Which of the following best describes why Mehmed II continued to trade with the Genoese despite their alliance with the Byzantines?(1 point)
Responses
They were already trading partners.
They were already trading partners.
The Genoese betrayed the Byzantines, so the Ottomans trusted them.
The Genoese betrayed the Byzantines, so the Ottomans trusted them.
Mehmed II understood the importance and benefits of maintaining trade with the Genoese, just as the Byzantines understood.
Mehmed II understood the importance and benefits of maintaining trade with the Genoese, just as the Byzantines understood.
Genoa was also a Muslim kingdom and its similar faith made it a natural ally.
There is not enough information provided to determine the correct answer.
The correct answer is: Mehmed II understood the importance and benefits of maintaining trade with the Genoese, just as the Byzantines understood.
To find the correct answer to this question, we need to consider the historical context and the factors that influenced Mehmed II's decision to continue trading with the Genoese despite their alliance with the Byzantines.
First, let's analyze each response option:
1. "They were already trading partners" - While this statement may be true, it does not explain why Mehmed II continued to trade with the Genoese despite their alliance with the Byzantines.
2. "The Genoese betrayed the Byzantines, so the Ottomans trusted them" - This response suggests that the Genoese betrayal of the Byzantines led to the Ottomans trusting them. However, there is no evidence to support this claim, as the question does not mention any betrayal by the Genoese.
3. "Mehmed II understood the importance and benefits of maintaining trade with the Genoese, just as the Byzantines understood" - This response acknowledges the importance and benefits of trade with the Genoese, which could be a significant reason for Mehmed II's decision to continue trading. However, it does not specifically address the Genoese alliance with the Byzantines.
4. "Genoa was also a Muslim kingdom and its similar faith made it a natural ally" - This response suggests that the religious similarity between the Genoese and the Ottomans influenced Mehmed II's decision to continue trading. However, there is no evidence to support the claim that Genoa was a Muslim kingdom, so this response is incorrect.
Based on the analysis above, the best answer to the question would be:
3. "Mehmed II understood the importance and benefits of maintaining trade with the Genoese, just as the Byzantines understood."
By recognizing the importance of trade and the benefits it brought, Mehmed II likely chose to continue trading with the Genoese despite their alliance with the Byzantines.