Question

Which historical factor explains the leading religion in Albania, Kosovo, and Bosnia and
Herzegovina (the countries shaded dark orange)?
(1 point)
The Ottoman Empire once controlled these countries.
The Byzantine Empire once controlled these countries.
The Roman Empire once controlled these countries.
The Russian Empire once controlled these countries.

Answer 1

The Ottoman Empire once controlled these countries. The Ottomans ruled the Balkans for centuries and spread Islam, which is why Islam is the leading religion in Albania, Kosovo, and Bosnia and Herzegovina.