Claim-Evidence-Reasoning: The Ottoman Empire and the Age of Exploration
In this assignment, you will explore the impact of the Ottoman Empire on the Age of Exploration. Using the provided text, you will construct a Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) paragraph to demonstrate your understanding of how historical events are interconnected.
Group 1
Using the provided text, write a Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) paragraph explaining how the Ottoman Empire contributed to the Age of Exploration. Your paragraph should include:
- A clear claim that answers the question.
- Evidence from the text to support your claim.
- Reasoning that connects your evidence to your claim.
How the Rise of the Ottoman Empire Led to the Age of Exploration
The Ottoman Empire, one of the most powerful and influential empires in history, played a crucial role in shaping the world we live in today. Its rise to power and subsequent capture of the Byzantine Empire had far-reaching consequences, including sparking the European Age of Exploration. In this text, we will explore the connection between the rise of the Ottoman Empire and the European Age of Exploration.
The Ottoman Empire emerged in the 13th century in Anatolia, modern-day Turkey. Under the leadership of Osman I, the empire expanded rapidly, conquering neighboring territories and establishing a solid foundation for future growth. By the early 15th century, the Ottomans had become a formidable force in the region.
In 1453, the Ottoman Empire achieved a significant victory by capturing Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire. This marked the end of the Byzantine Empire, which had long been in decline. The capture of Constantinople had profound implications for the European powers of the time.
One of the immediate effects of the Ottoman conquest was the disruption of trade routes. Constantinople had been a major hub of trade between Europe and Asia, connecting the Mediterranean and the Black Sea. With the Ottomans in control, European powers were cut off from the lucrative spice trade that had previously flowed through Constantinople. This created a pressing need to find alternative trade routes to the East.
The Ottoman Empire's control over key trade routes also posed a threat to European powers' access to valuable resources and goods. European merchants and explorers were eager to find new routes to bypass the Ottoman-controlled territories and establish direct trade with Asia. This fueled the desire to explore uncharted territories and seek out new trade routes.
Question 1a
Write a Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) paragraph explaining how the Ottoman Empire contributed to the Age of Exploration. Use evidence from the provided text to support your claim.
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