Reading - The Islamic Empire

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What was the city of Mecca an important stop for by the 600s A.D.?

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As a stop on a trade route

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What does the word "Islam" mean in Arabic?

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Submission to the will of Allah

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Who became the leader of the Muslims after Muhammad's death?

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Abu Bakr

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Which dynasty ruled the Islamic Empire under Arab control? Options: Abbasid Dynasty, Ottoman Dynasty, Umayyad Dynasty, Fatimid Dynasty

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Umayyad Dynasty

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What significant event happened in Mecca around 570?

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The birth of Muhammad

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How did the Islamic Empire eventually split?

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After being invaded by the Mongols from China

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What is the holy book of Islam called?

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The Quran

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By what year had the Muslims defeated the entire Persian Empire?

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650 A.D.

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How many followers does Islam have today?

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Over 1 Billion

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What Empire did the Muslims defeat to take control of Syria?

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Byzantine