A map titled Expansion of the Ottoman Empire (1300—1683 C E) showing Europe, Asia, Persia, the Arabian Peninsula, and Africa. Territory in 1300 C E includes an area near Istanbul. Territory in 1452 C E expands northwest and southeast from Istanbul. Territory in 1520 C E expands along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea and smaller areas toward Europe. Territory in 1566 C E includes a portion of the northern coast of Africa, land between the Black Sea and the Persian Gulf, and smaller areas in Europe. Territory in 1683 C E includes small area along the east and west coast of the Arabian peninsula, the eastern coast near the Black Sea.
Study the map. Which statements best describe the growth of the Ottoman Empire? Choose two correct answers.
It began in the city of Istanbul.
Its early expansion included territory in Europe.
It was first established in Africa.
It first grew in the Arabian Peninsula.
It expanded into Africa by the early 1500s.
The correct statements are:
- Its early expansion included territory in Europe.
- It expanded into Africa by the early 1500s.
This can be supported by the information provided in the map and the suggested timeline of the growth of the Ottoman Empire.