Quiz on Early Islamic History

What major issue arose after Muhammad's death in 632 AD?

• He had named multiple successors.

• He had no living sons and no named successor.

• His successor was from a different tribe.

• His successor was already in power.

How long did Ali, Muhammad's son-in-law, serve as Caliph?

• 2 years

• 10 years

• 5 years

• 1 year

What was Abu Bakr's relationship to Muhammad?

• Brother

• Cousin

• Father-in-law

• Uncle

What was the role of Jihad in the Arab empire's expansion?

• A defensive strategy

• A motivation for conquest

• A diplomatic tool

• A trade agreement

What was the initial approach towards non-Muslims in conquered territories?

• Immediate conversion

• Leniency and tolerance

• Complete isolation

• Forced labor

Which group created a civilization that was a blend of many cultures?

• Romans

• Berbers

• Byzantines

• Franks

Which body of water is located to the west of the Arabian Peninsula on the map?

• Red Sea

• Persian Gulf

• Mediterranean Sea

• Black Sea

Between which two bodies of water did the Abbasids expand trade routes?

• Red Sea and Indian Ocean

• Black Sea and Caspian Sea

• Persian Gulf and Mediterranean

• Atlantic Ocean and Baltic Sea

Who was Abu Al-Abbas a descendant of?

• Muhammad's uncle

• Muhammad's cousin

• Muhammad's brother

• Muhammad's father

What was one goal of the Abbasids regarding cultural distinctions?

• Increase Arab dominance

• Reduce distinctions between Arab and non-Arab Muslims

• Promote Roman culture

• Isolate from other cultures