Practice Islamic Caliphates: Governance, Culture, And Innovation (2) - Unit 3: Medieval to Early Modern Transitions

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Question 1.
What capital city did the Umayyad Caliphate establish?
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Look for the capital of the Umayyads.
Question 2.
What language became the lingua franca of the Islamic world?
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This language is widely spoken today in many countries.
3Question 3.
What was the capital of the Umayyad Caliphate?
- Baghdad
- Damascus
- Cairo
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It starts with 'D'.
4Question 4.
True or False: The House of Wisdom was in Baghdad.
- True
- False
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Think about where many translations occurred.
Question 5.
Analyze how the transition from the Umayyad to the Abbasid Caliphate marked a significant shift in Islamic governance and culture.
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Consider the political implications and cultural interactions during the transition.
Question 6.
Evaluate the impact of trade routes, like the Silk Road, on the spread of knowledge and technological advancements during the Islamic Caliphates.
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Reflect on how trade relationships impacted cultural interactions.

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