Unit 3 Review Questions Flashcards
Why were the ottomans such successful conquerors
They used modern Technology muskets and cannons for military success and treated the conquered people’s humanly
How did mehmet the conqueror sow his tolerance of other cultures
Hr opened Constantinople to Jews Christians and non Turks
Why was seldom the grind capture of Mecca median and cairo so significant
Gave the ottomans almost total control of Mu
What role did slaves play in ottoman society
Make could hold high posts in government and join the janissaries female served the wealthy ottoman families
What ideas did shah Abbas borrow from his enemies the ottomans
Created a slack system much like the janissaries
Equipped armies with modern artillery
Reformed his government installed capable leaders
In what other ways did the safavids interweave foreign ideas into their culture
He brought Chinese artisans to make gorgeous artwork beautified mosques and palaces
What opposition did the Mughals face when they invaded India
It was mainly Hindus
In what ways did Akbar defend religious freedom during his reign
Married wives of different religions and allowed them to practice then
All ceremonies of religion were aloud in the palaces
How did Akbar successors promote religious conflict in the empire
Jahangir and nur jahan rejected religious tolerance
Tried to make Empire a Muslim state
The Sikhs became a hated target of the Mughals
Aurangzeb rigidly enforced strict Islamic law; no drinking or gambling
What deeds both positive and negative contributed to Ismailis fame?
Took over Safavid empire at age 14
Killed anyone who would not convert to Shiism
Conquered Persia in two years
