By the mid-16th century, the ottoman empire had

a. split into a sunni kingdom and a shia kingdom
b. expanded throughout much of southeastern europe
c. lost most of its former territories around the mediterranean sea
d. conquered the capital of the neighboring safavid empire

As clarification, it is definitely B). expanded throughout much of southeastern Europe

lee and grant, both of whom held the highest rank in their respective armies, had known each other slightly during the mexican-american war (1846-48) and began their dialogue by exchanging awkward personal inquiries. characteristically, grant had arrived in his mud-splattered field uniform while lee had turned out in full dress attire, complete with sash and sword.

explanation:

i believe your answer is d)