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European Challenges to the Muslim World. C 25 section 3 GRAB A BOOK & join me on Page 627 EQs: Why was the Ottoman Empire crumbling? How and Why did Europeans gain influence in the Middle East? How did Muslims react to European influences?. Group Activity. Count the 1s, 2s, and 3s
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European Challenges to the Muslim World C 25 section 3 GRAB A BOOK & join me on Page 627 EQs: Why was the Ottoman Empire crumbling? How and Why did Europeans gain influence in the Middle East? How did Muslims react to European influences?
Group Activity • Count the 1s, 2s, and 3s • 1s –Complete the chart for Ottoman Empire (628-629) • 2s- Complete the chart for Egypt (629-630) • 3s – Complete the chart for Iran (630) • 1s, 2s, & 3s – SHARE • TIME TO DISCUSS
1: The Ottoman Empire • Problems experienced • Corruption, political decay • Pashas increased power • Nationalist revolts • Attempts made by leaders to reform government in each region • Westernization (government, military, economic reform) • Young Turks overthrew Sultan • Armenian massacre • Actions European Powers took • France invaded Egypt (then an Ottoman province) in 1798 (Napoleon) • Tried to control Ottoman territory (Russia), Britain intervened (Crimean War) • German’s built railroad ($$$)
2: Egypt • Attempts made by leaders to reform government in each region • Muhammad Ali develops a modern Egypt through Westernization • Problems experienced • Egypt falls under foreign control • Nationalists revolt against government • Government goes into debt over Suez Canal • Actions European Powers took • Britain makes Egypt a protectorate • Britain takes control of the Suez Canal
3: Iran • Attempts made by leaders to reform government in each region • Improved finances and modernized to keep up with the rest of the world • Actions European Powers took • IMPERIALISM, Russia and Britain battle for influence • Oil caused the government to provide concessions • Problems experienced • Nationalists become outraged, condemn government and western influences
For remainder of time/homework… • READING QUIZ (627-630) • THIS ITEM IS DUE MONDAY • NEXT WEEK: Lawrence of Arabia