Ottoman Empire in the 17th Century

What was a significant challenge faced by the Ottomans at the start of the 17th century?

• Alliance with the Safavids

• Internal revolts and external conflicts

• Capture of Constantinople

• Peace with the Habsburgs

What unprecedented decision did Sultan Ahmed I make regarding his brother Mustafa?

• He appointed him as a vizier

• He sent him to lead the army

• He spared his life

• He exiled him to Persia

What was a consequence of the Treaty of Sifa Torak in 1606?

• Alliance with the Safavids

• Capture of Vienna

• Expansion into Europe

• Recognition of the Habsburg emperor as an equal

What led to the downfall of Sultan Osman II?

• His successful military campaigns

• His reforms in the Janissary corps

• His assassination by the Janissaries

• His alliance with Poland

How did Murad IV attempt to restore the Ottoman Empire's stability?

• By banning alcohol and tobacco

• By signing treaties with the Habsburgs

• By building new palaces

• By focusing on military campaigns against the Safavids

What was a notable aspect of Murad IV's rule?

• His leniency towards rebels

• His strict adherence to Sharia law

• His peaceful relations with the Safavids

• His heavy-handed brutality

What marked the beginning of the Great Turkish War?

• The Battle of Vienna in 1683

• The alliance with Russia

• The capture of Belgrade

• The Treaty of Karlowitz

What was a significant outcome of the Treaty of Karlowitz?

• Capture of Moscow

• Alliance with the Venetians

• Loss of Ottoman influence in the Balkans

• Expansion into the Balkans

Which sultan's reign was marked by both military successes and eventual defeat?

• Sultan Mehmed IV

• Sultan Ahmed I

• Sultan Suleiman II

• Sultan Osman II

What was a key focus for the Ottomans towards the end of the 17th century?

• Expanding trade routes

• Building new alliances

• Protecting their existing borders

• Conquering new territories