Exploring the Ottoman Empire

What year did the Ottoman Empire officially begin?

• 1520

• 1453

• 1299

• 1683

Who was the founder of the Ottoman Empire?

• Suleiman the Magnificent

• Mehmed II

• Osman I

• Selim I

What was the capital city of the Ottoman Empire?

• Constantinople

• Ankara

• Istanbul

• Bursa

Which famous structure was built during the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent?

• Blue Mosque

• Hagia Sophia

• Suleymaniye Mosque

• Topkapi Palace

What was the primary religion of the Ottoman Empire?

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Judaism

• Christianity

Name one major battle fought by the Ottoman Empire.

• Battle of Hastings

• Battle of Lepanto

• Battle of Gettysburg

• Battle of Waterloo

What was the significance of the Treaty of Karlowitz?

• It resulted in the expansion of Ottoman territories in Europe.

• It was a treaty that favored the French monarchy over the Habsburgs.

• It established a lasting peace between the Ottoman Empire and Russia.

• It marked the decline of Ottoman power in Europe and the rise of Habsburg influence.

Who was the last Sultan of the Ottoman Empire?

• Mehmed V

• Mehmed VI

• Abdulaziz

• Suleiman II

What was the role of the Janissaries in the Ottoman military?

• The Janissaries were responsible for diplomatic missions and negotiations.

• The Janissaries acted as naval forces for the Ottoman Empire.

• The Janissaries were primarily cavalry units in the Ottoman military.

• The Janissaries served as elite infantry and the Sultan's personal guard in the Ottoman military.

Which empire did the Ottomans conquer to expand their territory in the 15th century?

• Persian Empire

• Mongol Empire

• Roman Empire

• Byzantine Empire