Unit 3 - Land-Based Empires (WHAP)

Which of the following was NOT a cause of the Protestant Reformation?

Which modified version of an old idea of rulers was devised in Christian-dominated Europe in this era?

These portraits of Emperors show how land-based imperial authorities used WHAT to legitimize their rule.

Sikhism is a good example of a syncretic religion that developed in this time period. What religions were combined?

"Civil Service Examinations" of the Qing Dynasty would be an example of how land-based empires_________.

Tax farming often led to increased corruption but also allowed for....

Why was the Ottoman capture of Constantinople from the Byzantines so significant?

For the Ottomans, "Devshirme" was a system that

The expansion of empires led to conflict with each other. What was TRUE about the cultural reasons these two fought?

What was the Mughal Empire's policy toward different religions for most of its history (up to Emperor Aurangzeb).

What new type of monarchy expanded the power in the hands of the king in BOTH land and maritime empires?

Context: BEFORE 1450, identify the largest land-based empire in history - its methods inspired later states.

How did most/all imperial governments attempt to mitigate rampant corruption within their bureaucracies?

Gunpowder reduced the power of nobles/elites in all of the following ways EXCEPT:

This Middle Eastern empire, centered in Persia, followed Shia Islam. Went to war with Ottomans. Ruled by a "Shah."

How did religion experience a MAJOR change in Early Modern Europe?

What's the MOST likely reason this painting was commissioned (paid for) by Ottoman Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent?

Although the Qing accepted most aspects of Chinese culture, what symbol of their culture were natives forced to adopt?

Czar Catherine's policy of expelling Jewish peoples and forcing them into the Pale of Settlement is an example of...

In Moscow. Built by Czar Ivan the IV ('the terrible') for the Christian Eastern Orthodox Church.

In Beijing, China. Built for the "Celestial Emperor" & seat of government for 500 years. Very Daoist/Confucian layout!

This South Asian empire was ruled by Sunni Muslims over a majority Hindu population. Were religiously tolerant overall.

Guru Nanak founded the syncretic Sikh religion in which region c. 1500 CE?

Which one of the following is NOT an example of Akbar the Great's toleration of minorities in the Mughal Empire?

A Byzantine cathedral, converted into a Sunni mosque by Mehmet the Conqueror. Other mosques in Istanbul emulated it.

Mughal tolerance of Hindu zamindars (landowners) and rajas (local governors) is an example of how empires_________.

How are land-empires different from maritime empires of the Early Modern Era?

Which of the following is TRUE about insurrections against land-based empires of Afro-Eurasia?

This empire was established in East Asia by a nomadic group called the Manchus who largely adopted Confucianism.

How did the Ottomans defeat the Byzantines, the Russians defeat the Khanates, the Mughals defeat the Delhi Sultanate...?

"The Janissaries" of the Ottoman Empire would be an example of how land-based empires_________.

ALL of the following are MAJOR changes that took place during the Early Modern Era EXCEPT:

What was a POLITICAL reason for the expansion of the Russian Empire to the south and east?

Czar Peter the Great's construction of St. Petersburg, along with ports, defensive walls, and canals is an example of...

Which of the following was NOT a specific NEW gunpowder tech. introduced from 1450-1750?

After its victory in conquering all of South Asia, what best describes the Mughal Empire?

Located in Agra, India. It is a "MAUSOLEUM". Shah Jahan ordered it built for the tomb of his favorite wife Mumtaz.

While it was diffused by the Mongols, who were the original inventors of gunpowder?

A expansive palace complex built by King Louis XIV of France to symbolize his authority as "the Sun King".

Despite the growing size and intensity of rebellions among peasants and nobles against monarchs, what was the RESULT?

When did the Early Modern (Gunpowder) Era take place in world history?

Which of the following was an EFFECT of the Protestant Reformation in Europe?

This empire, founded by nomadic Turks, practiced Sunni Islam. Defeated Byzantine Empire using gunpowder.

"The Cossacks" of the Russian Empire would be an example of how land-based empires_________.

"Yasak" or forcing Siberians to give furs to the Russian Empire would be an example of how land-based empires_________.