Explain why was Ertugrul acknowledged by the Seljuk Sultanate of Rum?
He was very popular
He helped in fighting against the Byzantine Empire
He ruled the Sultanate of Rum for many years
He ended a civil war in The Sultanate of Rum
What was the MAIN reason for why Ertugrul and his family, along with other Turkomans, migrated to Anatolia?
To escape Mongol conquests
In search of better economic opportunities
To show alliance and support of Saedettine Kopek
To expand the territories of the Sultanate of Rum
Describe how some historians identified Ertugrul’s father.
Through his written autobiography
Through the discovery of 3 coins originating from Osman
They found sound wall writings about him
Some ancient documents describing him were found
Determine which of the following was uncertain about Ertugrul Ghazi’s early life.
His birthdate
His role in establishing the Ottoman Empire
His birthplace
His family background
After their father's passing, what did Sungur-Tekin and Gundogdu decide to do?
They led a faction of their tribe to the west
They led a faction of their tribe to the east
They led a faction of their tribe to the north
They led a faction of their tribe to the south
What was the reason behind giving Ertugrul the title of “Ghazi”?
His valiant fight in support of Islam
His valiant fight in support of his tribal fortunes
Due to his violent & aggressive attitude
Due to his distinguished physical features
Determine why Ertugrul and his family, primarily, fled from Western central Asia to Anatolia.
To spread Islam
To escape the invasions of the Huns
To escape Mongol invasions
Due to lack of food & resources
What did Sungur-Tekin and Gundogdu do after their father's death?
They joined the Seljuk Sultanate of Rum
They formed an alliance with the Mongols
They led a faction of the Kayi Tribe towards the west
They led a faction of the Kayi Tribe towards the east
How did the repeated raids affect Byzantine territories?
It split the Mongol Empire
It led to establishment of 2nd level frontier principalities
It strengthened Anatolia
It defeated the Anatolian army
Determine which of the following is the most important achievement of Ertugrul Ghazi?
Spreading Islam in Anatolia
Laying the initial foundations for the Ottoman Empire
Defeating King Roderic & Killing him
Expanding the territories of the Ottoman Empire