AP World History: Unit 3 Flashcard

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What was Constantinople renamed to after being conquered by the Ottomans?

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Istanbul

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Which empire's military included a division specifically to curse the first three caliphs?

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Safavid Empire

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How did the Jesuits impact the Counter Reformation?

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They spearheaded missionary work in Asia and the Americas.

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The Palace of Versailles was a reflection of which king's power?

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King Louis XIV

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The Mongol Yuan Dynasty was overthrown and replaced by which dynasty?

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Ming Dynasty

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What was the significance of the Safavid Empire in Islamic history?

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It established Twelver Shi'ism as the state religion and was known for its cultural achievements.

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What role did the Jesuits play in the Counter Reformation?

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They focused on education and missionary work to spread Catholicism.

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What architectural style is the Palace of Versailles known for?

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French Baroque architecture.

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What was the main reason for the fall of the Yuan Dynasty?

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Corruption, natural disasters, and peasant uprisings.

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What was the impact of the Peace of Westphalia?

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It ended the Thirty Years' War and established the principle of state sovereignty.