Rise and Spread of Islamic Empire

What was a key factor in the initial unification of the Arabian Peninsula under Prophet Muhammad?

• The establishment of a powerful military alliance with the Byzantine Empire.

• The formation of Islam, uniting nomadic Bedouin tribes and oasis cities.

• The discovery of vast oil reserves, leading to economic prosperity.

• The conquest of the Persian Empire by Muhammad's forces.

What year did Muhammad die?

• 570 CE

• 622 CE

• 632 CE

• 689 CE

What did the first four caliphs have in common?

• They were all chosen by Muhammad.

• They were all from Muhammad's tribe.

The Muslim Empire extended from Spain to ____________?

• Portugal

• Morocco

• Great Britain

• India

How did Muslims fix the instability in the empire?

• They forced people to convert to Islam.

• They allowed conquered peoples to practice their customs/traditions.

Which city served as the capital of the Umayyad Dynasty?

• Baghdad

• Medina

• Damascus

• Isfahan

What language unified the Muslim Empire?

• English

• French

• Greek

• Arabic

Where did Abbasid move the capital to?

• Baghdad

• Damascus

• Cordoba

• Cario

Who destroyed the city of Baghdad in 1258 CE?

• The Persians

• The Ottomans

• The French

• The Mongols