The World in 1750

Ottoman Empire

100

The Ottoman Empire spanned which 3 continents?

Europe, Asia, Africa

200

The Ottoman Empire was characterized by religious and ethnic diversity. Which 3 religions created this diversity?

Islam, Christianity, Judaism

300

What was the Devshirme System?

A system requiring Christian communities to provide boys for service in the military or government.

400

What was the Millet System?

Self-governing communities for non-Muslims who were permitted to practice their own religion in return for paying a tax.

500

In your opinion, what was the most difficult challenge facing this diverse empire?

Answers may vary and correct ones will be determined by the Benevolent Dictator. (Too large to govern, too many diverse religions, managing the global trade routes)

Mughal Empire

100

What religion was the foundation for the Mughal Empire?

Islam

200

The Mughal Empire was located in what 2 present day countries?

India and Pakistan

300

Other than Islam, what other major religion was practiced in the Mughal Empire?

Hinduism

400

• The Mughals are renowned for their architectural achievements, including the ___ ________, which symbolize the empire's grandeur.

Taj Mahal

500

__________ became the official language of the Mughal Empire and helped to create unity across this diverse territory.

Urdu

Tokugawa Shogunate

100

True or False? The Tokugawa Shogunate distrusted foreigners. 

True

200

What decentralized system of power, similar to that of the Middle Ages, was introduced by the Tokugawa Shogunate?

Feudalism

300

True or False? 

• The Closed Country Edict of 1635 restricted Japanese citizens from leaving the country and banned the practice of Islam, limiting foreign influence.

False

400

What was the Tokugawa Shogunate's main goal in Japan?

Unify Japanese society

500

The _______  ____________in 1868 marked the end of Tokugawa rule and the feudal system, initiating a period of modernization in Japan.

Meiji Restoration

Key People/Terms

100

I was the Ottoman leader most famous for having conquered Constantinople? Who was I? 

Mehmed the Conqueror

200

I ruled the Ottoman Empire at its height, expanding into both North Africa and Europe. Who was I?

Suleiman the Magnificent

300

I founded the Mughal Empire and tolerated the practice of religions other than Islam. Who was I? 

Babur

400

I expanded the empire further after Babur and encouraged religious tolerance further by selecting Hindus to lead parts of the government. Who was I?

Akbar the Great

500

The Mughal Empire was at its greatest size under my leadership and I ended the practice of religious tolerance of non-Muslims which conributed to the empire's decline. Who was I?

Aurangzeb