Suleiman the Magnificent: A Historical Journey

Suleiman reflects on his past conquests and personal tragedies, including the loss of his sons and his love for Roxelana. He promotes his friend Ibrahim to Grand Vizier, leading to tensions with Ahmed Pasha. Ibrahim successfully quells a rebellion in Egypt and reorganizes the provinces. Suleiman plans a campaign against Hungary, culminating in the Battle of Mohacs, where his forces achieve a decisive victory. Despite the triumph, Suleiman feels sorrow over the death of the young Hungarian king.

What event marked a significant personal tragedy for Suleiman after his campaign in Belgrade?

• The death of his father

• The loss of his two sons

• The fall of Rhodes

• The betrayal of his friend Ibrahim

Who did Suleiman promote to the position of Grand Vizier after the fall of Rhodes?

• Roxelana

• Ibrahim

• Mustafa

• Ahmed Pasha

What position did Ahmed Pasha request after being passed over for Grand Vizier?

• Governor of Syria

• Governor of Egypt

• Ambassador to Persia

• Commander of the Janissaries

What was one of Ibrahim's significant contributions to the administration of the empire?

• Establishing a new currency

• Forming an alliance with Persia

• Reorganizing the provinces with checks and balances

• Building a new palace

What was the purpose of the Kanun-I laws that Suleiman worked on with Ibrahim?

• To replace Sharia law

• To cover areas not addressed by Sharia

• To simplify military commands

• To establish new trade routes

What natural obstacle did Suleiman's army face during their march to Buda?

• Desert sands

• Dense forests

• Torrential rains and marshes

• Mountain ranges

How did Suleiman's army ensure that no one would retreat after crossing the Danube?

• By issuing a decree

• By taking hostages

• By burning their bridges

• By setting up a blockade

What was the outcome of the battle at Mohacs Plain?

• The battle ended in a stalemate

• The Hungarians retreated successfully

• The Hungarians won decisively

• The Ottoman army enclosed and wiped out the Hungarians

What did Suleiman feel upon seeing the body of the Hungarian King?

• Joy

• Indifference

• Anger

• Sorrow

What did historians write about Ibrahim's performance in the battle?

• He betrayed Suleiman

• His lance was like the beak of a falcon

• He was injured and fled

• He was a coward