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AP World History: Modern
Unit 1 – The Global Tapestry (1200-1450)
Topic 1.2
How did the Umayyad Caliphate differ from the Abbasid Caliphate?
The Umayyad emphasized Sunni teachings; Abbasid emphasized Shia teachings.
The Umayyad was centered in Damascus, known for military conquests; Abbasid was centered in Baghdad, known for cultural achievements.
The Umayyad focused on commerce and trade; Abbasid focused exclusively on religious matters.
The Umayyad favored expansion through peaceful conversion; Abbasid favored expansion through military conquests.
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AP World History: Modern - 1.2 Developments in Dar al-Islam from 1200-1450
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