Battle of Uhud Flashcard

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What was the immediate consequence of the Battle of Badr for the Meccan leadership?

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They lost many tribal leaders.

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Who led the Meccan raiding party against Medina after the Battle of Badr?

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Abu Sufyan

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What was Muhammad's strategy after his victory at Badr?

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To isolate Mecca economically and politically

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Why was the direct approach to Medina from the south impossible for the Meccan army?

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The terrain was a lava plain surrounded by mountains.

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What was Muhammad's initial preference for the battle strategy?

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To draw the enemy into urban combat

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Who was the first Muslim champion to step forward in the Battle of Uhud?

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Ali

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What was the outcome of the initial individual combats in the Battle of Uhud?

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The Muslims won all the combats.

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Who killed Hamza during the Battle of Uhud?

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Washi, a hired slave mercenary

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What did the Muslim soldiers do after breaking the Meccan line?

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They started looting the Meccan camp.

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What was Khalid ibn al-Walid's role during the Battle of Uhud?

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He commanded the Meccan cavalry.