Ottoman and Mughal Empire Minor Assessment

What was the foundation of the Ottoman Empire?

• Buddhism

• Judaism

• Islam

• Christianity

Which other religions were practiced in the Ottoman Empire?

• Sikhism

• Zoroastrianism

• Christianity

• Hinduism

What challenges might a diverse empire like the Ottoman Empire face? Why would these be challenges?

• Language barriers

• Cultural differences

• Religious conflicts

• All of the above

What was a millet?

• A type of grain

• A military unit

• A self-governing non-Muslim community

• A religious leader

Why was the millet system established?

• To promote religious freedom

• To collect taxes

• To gain power over non-Muslims

• To maintain peace within the empire

Who were the janissaries?

• Religious leaders

• Elite army of the Ottoman Empire

• Artisans

• Merchants

Why were the janissaries formed?

• To serve as government officials

• To serve in military conquests

• To provide security for non-Muslims

• To expand the empire's territory

What was the Devshirme system?

• A military strategy

• A form of slavery

• A religious practice

• A system of taxation

Why was the Devshirme system established?

• To train young boys for government positions

• To provide education for non-Muslims

• To convert Christians to Islam

• To increase the empire's wealth

What is one similar action taken by all four sultans? Why would all the sultans take this type of action?

• Promoted religious tolerance

• Conquered new territories

• Built new monuments

• Established trade routes