A Golden Age in the East

What event led to the collapse of the Umayyad control and the rise of the Abbasid empire?

• A major earthquake

• a religious separation

• the Muslim empire split into eastern and western sections

• an invasion by a foreign power

What was a significant factor in the Abbasids' wealth?

• Exploiting vast gold mines

• A fast growing economy

• heavy taxation of conquered people

• control over major trade routes in Europe

The Abbasids spent much of their money on

• expanding their territory

• building a massive army

• supporting arts and learning

• funding exploration to new lands

What was the Muslim empire considered during the Abbasids period?

• A society or culture at its peak

• A period of decline and unrest

• A time of isolation from other cultures

• A period of religious intolerance

What did most Muslims believe about using the human form of art?

• it should be depicted realistically

• it was only allowed for secular art

• it was essential for religious expression

• it was wrong to use

What types of patterns did Muslim artists emphasize on?

• animal and mythological patterns

• plant life and geometric patterns

• portrait and landscape

• none of the above

What particular design showcased the stem, leaves and flowers of a plant?

• calligraphy

• arabesque

• mosaic

• miniature

Abbasid artists were known for creating stunning designs using which materials?

• clay , glass, and metal

• gold, silver, and jewels

• stone, fabric and dyes

• life, poetry, and wood

What was the primary function of the mosque lamps?

• to store sacred texts

• to serve as decorative wall hangings

• to be used as light sources, often hanging from the ceiling

• to hold incense during prayers

Why was Arabic script considered very special to Muslims?

• It was the language of the Qu'ran

• it was the official language of the Abbasid court

• it was the most beautiful script in the world

• it was easy to learn and write