1. The Ottoman Empire Starter:
Read the introduction to the Ottoman Empire on the next slide
and watch the video clip
Write 5 facts about the Ottoman Empire

3. Learning Objectives
To know the extent of the area ruled during the Ottoman Empire
To understand the achievements of the Ottoman Empire

4. Key Terms Conqueror A person who takes over an area, usually by force.
Reign
A period of time in which a leader rules the throne

5. Task: Use your map to shade in areas of Ottoman rule
A = Asia Minor
B = Syria
C = Egypt
D = Mecca and Medina
E = Southern Mediterranean
F = Parts of South-East Europe

6. History of the Ottoman Empire
Read the historical background and answer the questions.
As a class, lets review:
The Ottoman Empire was known for its pursuit of ______ ________, it’s great prosperity (wealth), its support of the ______ and ______________, and the _________________ of its people.
Suleiman was very wealthy because of trade and _______________.
The sultan’s chief architect was named _______ _________ who built over 300 buildings throughout the empire. His greatest architectural achievement was Suleiman’s ____________. It is important today because it is _____________ largest mosque.
__________ was the main religion in the Ottoman Empire. Non-Muslims were allowed to create their own ________________, live in their own _________________, and run their own _____________. Suleiman did charge non-Muslims a personal ______ as payment for being allowed to practice their religion.
Influences of Suleiman’s rule can still be found in Turkey today, particularly in the skill of ____________ and ____ __________ who work and live there.

7. The Ottoman Oracle
Your task will be to create a newspaper about life in the Ottoman Empire during Suleiman’s reign.
Your teacher will assign you and give you information about the Ottoman Empire between pairs.
In pairs, find 8-10 facts about your topic for your article.

8. Janissaries & the Devshirme System
Ottoman Empire Topics
Sultans Rise to Throne
Political Structure
Role of Women
Social Structure
Janissaries & the Devshirme System
Religious Freedom
Ottoman Empire
The Suleymaniye

9. The Ottoman Oracle
Use the newspaper outline to write a newspaper style article about your topic. Don’t forget to add a catchy title and visuals.

10. Share your article writing with a partner
Review
Share your article writing with a partner