عقبة بن نافع: بناء القيروان

Uqba ibn Nafi envisioned establishing a city to serve as a secure base for the Islamic army. He discovered a densely wooded area called Qamuniya, which was uninhabited due to its wildlife. Uqba ordered the area to be cleared of dangerous animals, and once it was safe, he declared it the site of Kairouan. The construction of the city, including a mosque, began and continued for several years.

What was Uqba ibn Nafi's primary reason for wanting to establish a new city?

• To establish a secure base for the Islamic army

• To create a cultural hub for the Islamic world

• To build a trade center for economic growth

• To create a place for religious pilgrimage

Why was the area of Qamuniya initially uninhabited?

• It was filled with dangerous wildlife

• It had poor soil quality

• It was too far from the sea

• It was already occupied by the Romans

What action did Uqba take to make Qamuniya suitable for settlement?

• He improved the soil quality

• He built a protective wall around it

• He cleared the area of wild animals

• He negotiated with local tribes

What symbolic act did Uqba perform to mark the founding of Kairouan?

• He planted a tree

• He built a mosque

• He held a ceremony

• He planted his spear

How long did the construction of Kairouan take?

• Ten years

• One year

• Three years

• Five years