Exploring Modern World History

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Which of the following best describes the term "gunpowder empires" in the context of AP World History - Modern Topic 3.2? Options: Empires that relied on advanced naval technology, Empires that expanded using firearms and cannons, Empires that focused on agricultural innovation, Empires that were primarily nomadic

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Empires that expanded using firearms and cannons

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Which empire is NOT considered one of the major "gunpowder empires" of the early modern period? Options: Ottoman Empire, Mughal Empire, Safavid Empire

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Ming Dynasty

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What was the primary religion of the Safavid Empire?

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Shia Islam

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Which city served as the capital of the Ottoman Empire during its height?

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Istanbul

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Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire?

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Babur

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Which of the following best explains why gunpowder technology was significant for early modern empires?
Options:
It allowed for faster communication,
It enabled empires to conquer and control large territories,
It improved agricultural productivity,
It led to the spread of new religions

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It enabled empires to conquer and control large territories

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How did the use of gunpowder weapons affect the structure of armies in the early modern period?

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Armies became larger and more centralized under state control.

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Which of the following is an example of how rulers in the early modern period legitimized their power?
By abolishing all forms of taxation,
By building monumental architecture such as mosques and palaces,
By refusing to engage in warfare,
By promoting complete religious freedom

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By building monumental architecture such as mosques and palaces

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What was a common method used by the Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal empires to maintain control over diverse populations?

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Using bureaucratic systems and local administrators

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Which of the following best illustrates the concept of "centralized bureaucracy" in early modern empires? Local leaders acting independently of the emperor, A system where officials are appointed by the central government to administer regions, Complete absence of government officials, Rule by hereditary tribal chiefs

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A system where officials are appointed by the central government to administer regions