What did Baghdad look like?

What was used to supply water to households in Baghdad?

• Rainwater
• Rivers
• Wells
• Aqueducts

What were the streets in Baghdad divided into?

• Quarters
• Districts
• Blocks
• Zones

What was the main purpose of the immense square in front of the Imperial Palace?

• Military inspections and tournaments
• Market trading
• Public speeches
• Religious ceremonies

What type of buildings were common in Baghdad?

• Palaces made of marble
• Wooden cottages
• Clay huts
• Steel skyscrapers

What kind of craft were seen on the river in Baghdad?

• Gondolas and tankers
• Fishing boats
• Cargo ships
• Yachts

What was the diameter of Baghdad during its prosperous period?

• 12 miles
• 10 miles
• 15 miles
• 8 miles

What feature was commonly found in the palace grounds of the caliph?

• Gardens and fountains
• A large library
• A marketplace
• An amphitheatre

How many people lived in Baghdad and its suburbs during its peak?

• Over two million
• One million
• Three million
• Five million