In Comparison to the Umayyad,the Abbasid Caliphate

question 33

Multiple Choice

In comparison to the Umayyad,the Abbasid caliphate:

• A)was more like a Byzantine successor state.
• B)adopted more of the style of Persian royal absolutism.
• C)moved its capital from Baghdad to Damascus.
• D)modeled itself on the imperial court of Rome.
• E)required all conquered peoples to convert to Islam.

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Definitions:

Stressor

Any external or internal factor that causes stress in an individual, challenging their ability to cope.

Alarm Reaction

The initial stage in the body's response to stress, involving the release of adrenaline and other stress hormones.

Resistance Stage

The second phase of the stress response, where the body mobilizes resources to cope with a stressor.

Refractory Stage

A period following an action potential during which a neuron is incapable of firing again.