8. Which modern country is most heavily influenced by the Ottoman Empire? A. Türkiye B. Iran C. Greece D. Lebanon ANALYSE AND APPLY 9. Although this topic is about the Ottoman Empire, it begins with an explanation of the spread of Islam. Why do you think the author chose to start the topic in this way? 10. The Qu’ran urges people to acquire knowledge in order to bring them closer to God. Describe how this direction influenced education during the Ottoman Empire. 11. Numerous Ottoman rulers attempted to take control of the Byzantine capital, Constantinople. Explain why this city was so important to the Ottomans. 12. If Islamic religion was such an important part of Ottoman life, explain why rulers like Suleiman the Magnificent would allow Jewish people and Christians to keep practising their own religions. EVALUATE AND COMMUNICATE 14. ‘The Ottoman Empire may not have been the biggest empire in history, but it was the most important.’ To what extent you agree with this statement. Answers and sample responses for this topic are available online.
Jacaranda Humanities Alive 8 Victorian Curriculum Third Edition
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