Exploring the Growth of Islam After Muhammad

The video explores the growth and spread of Islam after Muhammad's death, focusing on the selection of new leaders, the Sunni-Shia split, and the expansion under the first four caliphs. It discusses the political and military strategies that facilitated Islam's rapid spread across the Middle East, North Africa, and into Europe. The video also highlights the cultural and economic factors that contributed to this expansion, including the appeal of Islam's message of equality and the revival of trade networks.

Where did Muhammad initially begin spreading Islam?

• Medina

• Baghdad

• Mecca

• Jerusalem

What was the community set up by Muhammad called?

• Caliphate

• Ummah

• Sultanate

• Emirate

Who was chosen as the first caliph after Muhammad's death?

• Umar

• Uthman

• Ali

• Abu Bakr

What are the followers of Abu Bakr known as?

• Sufis

• Kharijites

• Sunni Muslims

• Shia Muslims

Which caliph is known for dividing the spoils of war to spread Islam?

• Abu Bakr

• Umar

• Ali

• Uthman

Who was the third caliph and faced resentment from some community members?

• Ali

• Uthman

• Umar

• Abu Bakr

Who was the fourth caliph and Muhammad's cousin?

• Abu Bakr

• Umar

• Uthman

• Ali

What term is sometimes referred to as a 'holy war' and was invoked by Abu Bakr?

• Sawm

• Zakat

• Jihad

• Hajj

Which empire's fall contributed to the spread of Islam?

• Byzantine Empire

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Persian Empire

What was a significant factor in the appeal of Islam to conquered people?

• Mandatory conversion

• Economic incentives

• Military conscription

• Political alliances