APWH Unit 3 Word Scramble
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| 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 |
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