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The Round City of Baghdad c.900AD: Cause and Consequence

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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~16 mins
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A worksheet exploring the causes that led to the construction of Baghdad's Round City and its subsequent consequences in the medieval Islamic world.

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#History
#History
#Baghdad c.900AD
#Standard
#Cause and Consequence
#The Round City
#Explain the reasons behind the construction of Baghdad's Round City.
#Analyse the effects of the city’s design on its development and security.
#Compare the political and cultural impacts of Baghdad's planning on the Islamic world.

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The Round City of Baghdad c.900AD: Cause and Consequence

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Introduction to Baghdad's Round City

The Round City of Baghdad was built around 900 AD during the Abbasid Caliphate. It was designed with a circular wall, a central palace, and a structured layout to reflect the Islamic view of harmony and order. The city was a major centre of learning, culture, and power during its time.

Source A: Medieval scholar's description

'The city was constructed as a perfect circle, symbolizing the unity of the Islamic faith and the universe. Its design aimed to protect its inhabitants and showcase Islamic civilization.' Provenance: Medieval Islamic historian's account, 10th century.

1.
Explain why the Abbasid rulers decided to build Baghdad as a circular city. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the reasons for constructing Baghdad with those of other major cities of the time. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Outline the main consequences of Baghdad’s unique city design on its development. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Analyse how the design of Baghdad’s Round City affected its political stability. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
Write a short paragraph comparing Baghdad’s city planning to other historical cities you know. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
6.
Explain the importance of the city’s layout in promoting learning and culture during the Abbasid era. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Analyse the long-term impact of Baghdad’s design on the Islamic world. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
8.
Summarize the main reasons why Baghdad’s Round City was a significant achievement in history. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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