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Chapter 18: Empires of Asia
"Suleiman I"

Introduction
You have learned that Suleiman I was a multi-talented man—a heroic military commander, skillful administrator, and patron of the arts. He acted both as the sultan, or political ruler, and the caliph, or religious leader. During his rule, the Ottoman Empire was a formidable force.

Destination Title: Suleiman I Web site

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Directions
Start at the Suleiman I Web site.

  • Scroll down the Web page, reading and analyzing the information about Suleiman I.
  • Answer the following questions.


1.  Whom was Suleyman named after, and why? By which other names was he known?


2.  What was the political reason for Suleyman to help France against the Holy Roman Empire?


3.  In 1533 hostilities renewed between the Safavids and the Ottomans. Five years later, what did the Ottomans gain?


4.  Suleiman I was called "The Magnificent" in Europe. Do you believe he deserved this title?









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