Question

In 1453,___ , the seat of European learning fell to the Turks.

• A. Rome
• B. Constantinople
• C. London
• D. Athens

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Constantinople

In 1453, Constantinople, the seat of European learning, fell to the Turks.

Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) was the capital of the Byzantine Empire.

• In 1453, it was captured by the Ottoman Turks, led by Sultan Mehmed II.

• This event marked the end of the Byzantine Empire.

• The fall of Constantinople led to Greek scholars fleeing to Western Europe, bringing with them classical knowledge, which contributed to the European Renaissance.

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