The Golden Age of the Abbasid Empire

What was the capital of the Abbasid Caliphate during its Golden Age?

• Baghdad

• Cairo

• Damascus

• Mecca

Which institution in Baghdad was key for translating and preserving ancient texts?

• House of Wisdom

• Library of Alexandria

• Alhambra

• Great Mosque of Samarra

What was the dinar in the context of the Abbasid Empire?

• A gold coin used for commerce

• A type of architectural style

• A religious text

• A scientific instrument

What role did the sakk play in the Abbasid Empire?

• It was an early form of a check used for financial transactions

• It was a type of ship used for trade

• It was a religious ceremony

• It was a title given to scholars

Which fields saw advancements during the Abbasid era due to the patronage of caliphs?

• Mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and philosophy

• Architecture, music, dance, and painting

• Agriculture, engineering, law, and politics

• Literature, drama, sculpture, and pottery

What was the unifying force within the Abbasid Caliphate?

• Islam

• Trade

• Military power

• Language

What is the lasting impact of the Abbasid Golden Age on the world today?

• Advancements in science and culture

• Development of new military strategies

• Expansion of territorial boundaries

• Introduction of new languages

What war did Christians from Europe attack the Abbasid Empire during?

• Hundred Years' War

• The Crusades

• World War II

• Ruso-Japanese War