Save
Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or
show password
Forgot Password?
Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or
Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account. Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.
focusNode
Didn't know it?
click below
 
Knew it?
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
0:00
edit
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how

APWH Unit 3

QuestionAnswer
Ottoman Empire Gunpowder empire that controlled much of SW Europe, Anatolia. Captured Constantinople and renamed it Istanbul.
Janissaries Elite fighting force comprised of Christian slaves from the Balkans who were the trained to expand the Empire.
Safavid Empire Empire that expanded their territories by raiding and conquering neighboring regions using gunpowder weapons.
Shah Abbas Enslaved army composed of Christians from the Caucasus region.
Sunni Muslims Believe that anyone can be leaders in the Islamic faith. The Ottomans were this.
Shi'a Muslims Believe that only descendents of the Prophet Muhammed can be leaders in the Islamic faith. The Safavids were this.
Mughal Empire Empire that defeated Delhi Sultanate with Gunpowder weapons. Gained further power by tolerating the Hindu majority of their subjects
Safavid-Mughal Conflict Series of Wars fought over Middle Eastern land, religious tensions also played a rule as the Safavids were Shi'a and the Mughal's were Sunni.
Legitimizing Power Methods rulers use to establish their authority.
Consolidating Power Methods rulers use to transfer powers from other groups to themselves.
Bureaucracies Government system that includes dozens of officials who ensure laws are followed throughout a territory or empire.
Devshirme System System used to staff the Ottoman's government. Began with the capture of Christian boys from the Balkans, they would then be assimilated before the brightest were appointed to an office
Divine Right of Kings The belief that kings were the representatives of God. Helped legitimize rule.
Qing Dynasty Ethnically Manchu, would portray themselves in portraits with books to appeal to the Confucius-esque ideals of Hans Chinese people who were their subjects.
Sun Temple of Cuzco Built by the Incans, elaborate gold temple and statues allowed for citizens to associate rulers with the Gods.
Palace of Versailles Built by Louis XIV, elaborate palace that showcased the wealth and power of the French monarchy.
Tribute Lists Used by the Aztecs, forced conquered regions to send goods and luxury items to them.
Simony Practice of buying church offices.
95 Theses Published by Martin Luther, caused the Protestant division to form, also spurred Catholic reformation
Council of Trent Founded by Catholic Church in an effort to reform the church.
Sikhism Syncretic blend of Hindu and Islam doctrines, advocated for total equality
Created by: Camille G
Popular World History sets

 

 



Voices

Use these flashcards to help memorize information. Look at the large card and try to recall what is on the other side. Then click the card to flip it. If you knew the answer, click the green Know box. Otherwise, click the red Don't know box.

When you've placed seven or more cards in the Don't know box, click "retry" to try those cards again.

If you've accidentally put the card in the wrong box, just click on the card to take it out of the box.

You can also use your keyboard to move the cards as follows:

If you are logged in to your account, this website will remember which cards you know and don't know so that they are in the same box the next time you log in.

When you need a break, try one of the other activities listed below the flashcards like Matching, Snowman, or Hungry Bug. Although it may feel like you're playing a game, your brain is still making more connections with the information to help you out.

To see how well you know the information, try the Quiz or Test activity.

Pass complete!
"Know" box contains:
Time elapsed:
Retries:
restart all cards