Suleiman the Lawgiver
Where was Sulieman from?
Turkey
Which major Christian city did Mehmet conquer?
Constantinople
Who led the Safavid Empire?
Isma'il
Who were the Mughals?
They were a nomadic people who invaded India
Where in the world Is Turkey located?
The eastern Mediterranean
What was another name for Suleiman?
Suleiman the Magnificant
What was the name of the important Christian church that was converted to a mosque?
Hagia Sophia
Why did the dynasty decline?
Because there were no able heirs
What was a Sikh
A member of a nonviolent religious group
Who started to rule in the 100s?
Seljuks
What major city in Europe did Suleiman conquer in 1521?
Belgrade
Where did Mehmet expand land to the East?
Anatolia
How long did it take for them to conquer Iran?
2 years
What began in the 8th century?
A clash between Hindu and Muslim religions
What is Turkey called?
The bridge between Asia and Europe
What was the heart of the Ottoman military during this period?
Their discipline
What important Roman title did Mehmet claim?
"Caesar"
What was their important military corp called?
The "redheads"
What Ackbar influence?
The Islamic Culture and the Arts
How long was Turkey occupied?
8,000 years
Which important reformations did Suleiman incorporate into the Ottoman Empire?
Taxes and reduced government bureaucracy
Which sea did Mehmet lead raids against?
The Black Sea
How did Shah Abbas lead the government?
By limiting its central power and control
How did the feud between Hindu and Islamic forces end?
Intermarrying
Name three important parts Turkish culture
Architecture, cuisine, rugs