How did the growth of the Ottoman Empire impact European exploration during the Age of Discovery?(2 points)

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It accelerated European exploration by creating a friendly environment for trade and cultural exchange.
It accelerated European exploration by creating a friendly environment for trade and cultural exchange.

It motivated overseas exploration as the Ottomans closed major trade routes and restricted access to the East.
It motivated overseas exploration as the Ottomans closed major trade routes and restricted access to the East.

It prompted European nations to form alliances with the Ottoman Empire, leading to joint exploration ventures.
It prompted European nations to form alliances with the Ottoman Empire, leading to joint exploration ventures.

It had no significant impact on European exploration, as Ottoman influence was limited to the Middle East.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

It motivated overseas exploration as the Ottomans closed major trade routes and restricted access to the East.

The Ottoman Empire controlled key trade routes to the East, making it more difficult for European nations to access valuable goods such as spices and silks. This prompted European powers to seek alternative routes, leading to increased exploration and the eventual discovery of the Americas and sea routes to Asia.