Chapter 13

Front

What was the capital of the Umayyad Empire?

Back

Damascus

Front

Why did the Umayyads move their capital from Mecca?

Back

To have a more centralized location for governance.

Front

How long did the Umayyad dynasty rule?

Back

For hundreds of years.

Front

What caused the expansion of Islam to slow down?

Back

Internal conflicts among the Muslims.

Front

What was the purpose of milestones created by the Umayyads?

Back

To aid navigation and communication for Arabic-speaking travelers.

Front

Who led the opposition to the Umayyad dynasty after Muawiyah's death?

Back

al-Husayn

Front

What was one reason for the Umayyads' success in expanding their empire?

Back

Strong military leadership and strategies.

Front

What language did the Umayyads use for official communication?

Back

Arabic

Front

What was a significant cultural contribution of the Umayyad dynasty?

Back

The establishment of Arabic as a common language across the empire.

Front

What was the relationship between the Umayyads and the Byzantine Empire?

Back

They often had conflicts over territory.