Cause and Consequence of Harun al-Rashid's Reign in Baghdad c.900AD

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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~14 mins
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This worksheet explores the causes and consequences of Harun al-Rashid's rule in Baghdad around 900AD, encouraging students to analyze historical impacts and relationships.

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Cause and Consequence of Harun al-Rashid's Reign in Baghdad c.900AD

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Introduction to Harun al-Rashid

Harun al-Rashid was the fifth Abbasid Caliph, ruling Baghdad from 786 to 809 AD. His reign is often considered a golden age of the Islamic Empire, marked by significant cultural, scientific, and economic growth. Harun's leadership faced challenges including political rivalries, external threats, and internal conflicts, but his policies significantly shaped Baghdad's development.

Source A: Excerpt from a historian

'Harun al-Rashid's reign brought stability and prosperity to Baghdad, fostering a flourishing of arts and sciences. However, his reliance on court officials sometimes led to political instability.' Provenance: Modern historian summarizing Harun's rule.

1.
Explain two main causes that contributed to Harun al-Rashid's rise to power. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the cultural and political impacts of Harun al-Rashid's reign on Baghdad. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Outline the main consequences of Harun al-Rashid's leadership for Baghdad's prosperity. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Analyse how Harun al-Rashid's policies influenced Baghdad's development in the long term. (8 marks)
[8 marks]
5.
Explain how external threats affected Harun al-Rashid's reign. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Compare the internal challenges faced during Harun al-Rashid's reign with external threats. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
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Write a short paragraph explaining the overall impact of Harun al-Rashid's leadership on Baghdad's history. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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