The correct answer is C) was a blend of old tribal traditions and a more recent, sedentary environment.
The Ottoman governmental structure was a blend of old tribal traditions and a more recent, sedentary environment.
The Ottoman Empire was impressive. It conquered and ruled many lands in Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Their rulers were despotic people, being the Sultan the great leader of the Ottomans.
The governmental structure of the Ottomans was a blend of past and different administrations but was based on a powerful central government led by the military elite. This allowed the military to effectively control their many provinces and people.
In the Ottoman Caliphate, Islam was the official religion. Muslims of any background had the same rights under the Muslim court.