Istanbul and Its Historical Transformation

What was the original name of Istanbul before it was changed in 1930?

• Izmir

• Ankara

• Constantinople

• Byzantium

Which Roman Emperor moved the capital from Rome to Constantinople?

• Julius Caesar

• Augustus

• Constantine

• Nero

What was the Aya Sophia originally built as?

• A palace

• A church

• A fortress

• A mosque

Who led the Ottoman army to conquer Constantinople in 1453?

• Sultan Osman

• Sultan Suleiman

• Sultan Mehmed II

• Sultan Ahmed

What significant change did Sultan Mehmed II make to the Aya Sophia after conquering Constantinople?

• He left it unchanged

• He turned it into a palace

• He destroyed it

• He converted it into a mosque

What is the Grand Bazaar known for?

• Military fortifications

• Open marketplace

• Educational institutions

• Historical monuments

Which famous mosque was built in the 1600s during the Ottoman Empire?

• Blue Mosque

• Aya Sophia

• Suleymaniye Mosque

• Topkapi Mosque

What was the Topkapi Palace known for during the Ottoman Empire?

• A military base

• A marketplace

• A center of power and secret meetings

• A place of worship

What happened to the Ottoman Empire after World War I?

• It remained unchanged

• It became a republic

• It was divided into several countries

• It expanded

What makes modern-day Istanbul exciting to explore?

• Its natural landscapes

• Its political significance

• Its rich history

• Its modern architecture