Question

Match the descriptions to the correct terms. one will not be used. a. Hindu empire in India, begun by Babur – a Muslim; he made alliances with Hindu princes and allowed them to practice their religion freely.

b. Muslim empire in Anatolia that followed the Sunni branch of Islam; were at war with the Persian Empire because they wanted their land and did not approve of their leader's treatment of the Sunni citizens.

c. Muslim empire in Persia that followed the Shia branch of Islam; expanded their trade and obtained new inventions like gunpowder and muskets; Persian rugs, art, architecture, and literature flourished. 1. almoravid 2. mughal 3. ottoman 4. safavids

Answer 1

The Mughal Empire is associated with Babur and the tolerance for Hindu practices, the Ottoman Empire with Sunni Islam and conflicts with the Persian Empire, and the Safavid Empire with Shia Islam and cultural achievements.

Step-by-step explanation:

The descriptions can be accurately matched with the historical terms as follows:

Mughal Empire: Hindu empire in India, begun by Babur – a Muslim; he made alliances with Hindu princes and allowed them to practice their religion freely.

Ottoman Empire: The Muslim empire in Anatolia that followed the Sunni branch of Islam; were at war with the Persian Empire because they wanted their land and did not approve of their leader's treatment of the Sunni citizens.

Safavid Empire: Muslim empire in Persia that followed the Shia branch of Islam; expanded their trade and obtained new inventions like gunpowder and muskets; Persian rugs, art, architecture, and literature flourished.

The term Almoravid is not matched with any of the descriptions provided.