Gunpowder Empires and Their Impact Review Flashcard

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What technological advancement facilitated the rise of "gunpowder empires"?

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Gunpowder, cannons, and firearms.

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What marked the significance of the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople in 1453?

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It showcased the revolutionary impact of gunpowder weaponry.

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How did the Safavid Empire distinguish itself from the Ottoman Empire?

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By establishing a Shia Muslim identity.

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What was a major consequence of the Songhai-Morocco conflict in 1591?

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The decline of the Songhai Empire due to Morocco's gunpowder weapons.

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What was the outcome of the Ottoman-Safavid Battle of Chaldiran (1514)?

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It solidified the Sunni-Shia divide and showcased the impact of gunpowder technology.

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What was the purpose of the Ottoman devshirme system?

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To recruit and train Christian boys for administrative and military service.

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How did the Mughal Empire utilize zamindars?

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As local tax collectors incentivized to support imperial administration.

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What architectural symbol reinforced Louis XIV’s centralized authority?

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The Palace of Versailles.

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How did the Tokugawa shogunate consolidate power in Japan?

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By transitioning samurai to salaried officials.

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Why was the Taj Mahal constructed?

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To honor personal devotion and reflect Mughal imperial grandeur.