The Mongols, Ottoman Empire, Safavid Empire, and Mughal Empire

Who were the Mongols and what did they do under their leader Genghis Khan and his successors?

The Mongols were a nomadic people whose homeland was the the north of China. Under Genghis Khan, they built an empire that stretched across much of Asia.

How did the Mongol Empire change after converting to Islam?

It changed because Islam brought unity to their empire. The Mongols encouraged learning, arts, and trade.

What led to the decline of the Mongol Empire?

The decline was the fighting of local rulers. These local rulers controlled different regions

Describe the Ottoman Empire.

The Ottoman Empire was in northern Anatolia. It was started by Osman I. The Ottomans captured Syria, Arabia, Egypt, Palestine, and Constantinople, later renaming it to Istanbul.

Describe the Safavid Empire.

The Safavid Empire was founded by Muslims in Persia. It was located in Persia and Iraq. The Safavids promoted learning, the arts, and trade.

Describe the Mughal Empire.

The Mughal Empire was founded by Babur. Babur invaded India and founded the Mughal Empire there. This empire ruled most of India.