After Muhammad's Death, the Muslim Community

question 45

Multiple Choice

After Muhammad's death, the Muslim community

• A)held general elections to replace Muhammad.
• B)abandoned the orthodox teachings of Islam.
• C)chose a successor ( caliph ), Abu Bakr.
• D)searched the entire peninsula for a suitable successor, according to Muhammad's last instructions.
• E)embraced his wife, Khadija, as his successor.

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