Which of the following helps explain Sir William Eton’s interest in the Ottoman Empire?(1 point)

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The Ottoman Empire controlled valuable trade routes.
The Ottoman Empire controlled valuable trade routes.

The Ottoman Empire was expanding into Japan.
The Ottoman Empire was expanding into Japan.

The Ottoman Empire defeated the Holy Roman Empire at the Battle of Lepanto.
The Ottoman Empire defeated the Holy Roman Empire at the Battle of Lepanto.

He believed the Ottoman Empire had a superior form of democracy.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

The Ottoman Empire controlled valuable trade routes.

This explains Sir William Eton's interest in the Ottoman Empire, as control over trade routes was a significant factor in economic and political power during that time.