Early Islamic Empires and Leaders

Who united the people of the Arabian Peninsula in the 7th century CE through the formation of Islam?

• Muhammad

• Abu Bakr

• Ali

• Umar

After Muhammad's death, who was chosen as the first Caliph?

• Ali

• Uthman

• Abu Bakr

• Umar

Which two powerful neighboring empires were conquered by the early Caliphs?

• Roman and Greek Empires

• Persian and Byzantine Empires

• Egyptian and Indian Empires

• Chinese and Mongol Empires

What city became the capital of the Umayyad Dynasty?

• Medina

• Mecca

• Baghdad

• Damascus

Which city did the Abbasid family build and establish as their new capital?

• Damascus

• Medina

• Baghdad

• Isfahan