After Being Introduced into Places Such as Syria and Lebanon

question 49

Multiple Choice

After being introduced into places such as Syria and Lebanon, Islam quickly became the dominant religion there, often in response to

• A)the sharp divisions within Christianity.
• B)the exclusionary practices of the Jews.
• C)major military assaults that were unrivaled in their viciousness.
• D)the promise of economic success held out to those who converted peacefully.
• E)the leadership of Abu Bakr.

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