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What was one of the key reasons for the fall of the Umayyad dynasty?
The last caliph was not liked by his citizens and treated them badly
How did the Abbasids differentiate themselves from the Umayyads?
They claimed a connection to the Prophet Mohammad
What approach did the Abbasids use to take over from the Umayyad dynasty?
Soft and religious power through manipulation of citizens
What did the Umayyads prioritize over their religion and people?
Status and luxury
What made the citizens dislike the last caliph of the Umayyad dynasty?
His mistreatment of non-Muslims and non-Arabs
Why did the citizens dislike the last caliph of the Umayyad dynasty?
He prioritized luxury and money over religious and moral leadership
What was the main reason for the fall of the Umayyad dynasty?
They focused solely on their status and wealth
How did the Abbasids differentiate themselves from the Umayyads?
They had a stronger connection to the Prophet Mohammad
What approach did the Abbasids use to take over from the Umayyad dynasty?
Religious propaganda and soft power
What made the citizens dislike the last caliph of the Umayyad dynasty?
He treated non-Muslims and non-Arabs as second-class citizens
Test your knowledge on the fall of the Umayyad dynasty and the rise of the Abbasid dynasty, which marked the golden age of Islam. Explore the key factors that led to the downfall of the Umayyad dynasty and the rise of the Abbasids, including the events surrounding the last caliph, Marwan, and the Battle of Zab.
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