Historical Empires and Figures Flashcard

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The __________ Empire was the eastern continuation of the Roman Empire and lasted until 1453.

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Byzantine

Front

Which empire, centered around the Mediterranean Sea, was the dominant power in Europe until the late 400's CE before splitting into Eastern and Western halves?

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Roman Empire

Front

The term __________ refers to the culture, philosophy, and art of ancient Greece and Rome.

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Classical

Front

Who was the Ottoman ruler responsible for conquering Constantinople in 1453?

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Sultan Mehmed II

Front

Which city, formerly known as Byzantium, was renamed ________________and later became Istanbul?

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Constantinople

Front

The modern name for Constantinople is __________.

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Istanbul

Front

Which empire controlled much of the Middle East, North Africa, and Southeastern Europe from the 14th to 20th centuries?

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Ottoman Empire

Front

__________ is a historical region corresponding to most of modern-day Turkey.

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Asia Minor

Front

What is the term for large-scale trade between regions or nations?

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Commerce

Front

The study of how geography, economics, and politics influence global power is called __________.

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Geopolitics