8.2 Islam Expands

Which of the following regions was not part of the Islamic Empire by 750 AD?

• Iberia

• Persia

• North Africa

• Scandinavia

What was used to expand Islam during the time of the Rightly Guided Caliphs?

• Trade

• Jihad

• Diplomacy

• Exploration

Which empire stretched from the Atlantic Ocean to the Indus River by 750?

• Roman Empire

• Byzantine Empire

• Muslim Empire

• Persian Empire

Which wealthy family took power and moved the Muslim capital to Damascus?

• Abbasids

• Umayyads

• Fatimids

• Seljuks

What is the main belief of the Shi'a regarding the caliph?

• Should be a military leader

• Should be a descendant of Muhammad

• Should be elected by the people

• Should be chosen by the Umayyads

The Abbasids' move to Baghdad provided access to trade goods, gold, and ______.

• Information

• Spices

• Textiles

• Silver

Who was Muhammad's successor?

• Abu Bakr
• Othman
• Ali
• Umar

Why did the conquering Muslims treat Jews and Christians differently than other conquered people?

• Jews and Christians were forced to convert to Islam immediately.
• All conquered people were treated equally regardless of their religion.
• Muslims recognized Jews and Christians as 'People of the Book', granting them special status and protection.
• Muslims viewed Jews and Christians as enemies and treated them harshly.

What was al-Andalus?

• A historical figure known for his poetry.
• A city in modern-day Spain.
• A type of Spanish cuisine.
• Al-Andalus was the Muslim-ruled region of the Iberian Peninsula.

What advantages did Baghdad have as a capital?

• Strategic location for trade, access to water, efficient city design, and cultural center.
• Isolated from trade routes
• Limited access to resources
• Poor urban planning