The Fall of Baghdad and the End of the Islamic Golden Age

The video explores the Golden Age of Islam, highlighting Baghdad's role as a center of knowledge and culture under the Abbasid Caliphate. It details the rise of the Abbasids, their cultural achievements, and the eventual decline due to the Mongol invasion led by Hulagu Khan. The siege and fall of Baghdad in 1258 marked the end of this prosperous era, resulting in significant cultural and intellectual loss.

What was the House of Wisdom known for during the Golden Age of Islam?

• A major library influencing various fields

• A palace for the Abbasid rulers

• A center for military training

• A hub for trade and commerce

Which caliphate ruled during the Islamic Golden Age and expanded significantly?

• Umayyad Caliphate

• Ottoman Empire

• Abbasid Caliphate

• Fatimid Caliphate

What was a key characteristic of the Mongols that differentiated them from the Abbasids?

• They were nomadic and pastoral

• They focused on building large cities

• They were known for their peaceful diplomacy

• They were primarily traders

Who was the Mongol leader that initiated the expansion leading to the siege of Baghdad?

• Hulagu Khan

• Genghis Khan

• Ogedei Khan

• Kublai Khan

What was Caliph al-Mustasim's response to the Mongol demand for surrender?

• He immediately surrendered

• He sought help from the European powers

• He underestimated the threat and refused

• He fled the city

What was the outcome of the Mongol siege of Baghdad in 1258?

• The city was successfully defended

• Baghdad was destroyed and many texts were lost

• The Mongols were defeated and retreated

• The Abbasids formed an alliance with the Mongols

What was the estimated death toll from the siege and destruction of Baghdad?

• 500,000 to 2,000,000

• 90,000 to 1,000,000

• 10,000 to 50,000

• 1,000 to 5,000

What happened to the House of Wisdom during the Mongol invasion?

• It was relocated to another city

• It was converted into a fortress

• It was preserved by the Mongols

• It was destroyed along with its contents

What was the significance of the fall of Baghdad in 1258?

• It signaled the end of the Islamic Golden Age

• It was a minor event with little impact

• It marked the beginning of the Islamic Golden Age

• It led to the rise of the Abbasid Caliphate

What was the fate of Caliph al-Mustasim according to one theory?

• He was imprisoned and died of starvation

• He was exiled to a distant land

• He was captured and released

• He escaped and lived in hiding