Questions Refer to the Table Below

question 53

Multiple Choice

Questions refer to the table below.
Key words and their classification into thematic categories from the first edition of the French Encyclopédie by Diderot and d'Alembert, 1751.
-Which of the following might explain the reason for the frequency of key words concerning Turkey or Muhammad?

• A) Turkish Muslims were persecuting Christians in the Ottoman Empire and threatening a new holy war with the West.
• B) Western scientists wanted to collaborate with Muslim scientists who had made many discoveries in chemistry and geometry.
• C) Western theologians were interested in discovering more about Islam, especially Sunni Islam practiced by the Turks.
• D) Turkish Muslims controlled strategic routes to the lucrative trade with East Asia, which sparked oceanic exploration by the Portuguese and Spanish.

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Definitions:

Great Britain

A geographical term that refers to the island located off the northwestern coast of Europe, comprising England, Scotland, and Wales.

Sweden

A country in Northern Europe known for its high standard of living, robust welfare state, and commitment to gender equality and environmental sustainability.

Union Concentration

The degree to which labor union membership is concentrated in certain industries, sectors, or among specific types of workers.

Political Forces

Influences that stem from the political environment affecting individuals and organizations.