The main way in which the Ottoman Empire’s location contributed to its power was that it was in a prime position for trade with other nations, due to its location on the Mediterranean Sea. Its location between Europe and Asia allowed it to control trade between the continents.
 
        
             
        
        
        
The answer is B. There have been ongoing conflicts between Israel and the Arab world. 
        
                    
             
        
        
        
It's Fort Jefferson, visited it a couple times.
 
        
             
        
        
        
I believe the answer is b because there were often wars between African clans and the best way to get rid of the prisoners and get things they needed at the same time was to trade them.