3.1 Expansion of Land-based Empires (1450-1750)

What was a common characteristic of the land-based empires discussed?

• They were all located in Europe.

• They used gunpowder for military expansion.

• They expanded through trade.

• They all had naval power.

What role did gunpowder play in the expansion of the empires discussed?

• It was traded as a luxury good.

• It was banned in most territories.

• It was crucial in military conquests.

• It was used for mining operations.

What strategic advantage did the Ottoman Empire gain from controlling the Dardanelles?

• Launching military campaigns

• Economic dominance over Asia

• Control over sea-based empires

• Access to trading routes

What was the significant outcome of the Ottoman Empire's siege of Constantinople?

• It led to the fall of the Safavid Empire.

• It marked the end of the Ottoman Empire.

• It was renamed to Istanbul.

• It became a major trading hub.

Why was the Safavid Empire's declaration as a Shia Muslim state significant?

• It caused conflicts with Sunni Muslim empires.

• It led to peace with the Ottoman Empire.

• It isolated them from other Shia states.

• It improved their trade with European nations.

What was a major reason for conflict between the Safavid and Mughal Empires?

• Alliances with opposing European powers

• Disagreements over the control of the Dardanelles

• Religious differences between Shia and Sunni Islam

• Trade disputes over silk routes

Which empire was known for its religious tolerance under the leadership of Akbar?

• The Ottoman Empire

• The Qing Dynasty

• The Mughal Empire

• The Safavid Empire

What was the impact of Akbar's administration in the Mughal Empire?

• It enhanced prosperity and stability.

• It fostered religious conflicts.

• It isolated the empire from global trade.

• It led to economic decline.

How did the Qing Dynasty come to power in China?

• By invading and conquering the fractured Ming Dynasty.

• Through a peaceful transition from the Ming Dynasty.

• By forming alliances with European powers.

• Through diplomatic negotiations with Mongol rulers.

Which empire expanded its territory using gunpowder weapons to control the trans-Saharan trade routes?

• The Ottoman Empire

• The Moroccan Kingdom

• The Mughal Empire

• The Safavid Empire