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The Significance and Factors of Baghdad's Round City c.900AD

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the importance of Baghdad's Round City around 900 AD and the factors that contributed to its significance. Students will categorize, rank, and justify the factors influencing its prominence in world history.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Baghdad c.900AD
#Standard
#Significance & Factors
#The Round City
#Identify key factors contributing to Baghdad's significance
#Categorize factors into political, social, economic, and religious groups
#Analyse the relative importance of these factors
#Justify their rankings with evidence

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The Significance and Factors of Baghdad's Round City c.900AD

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to Baghdad's Round City

Source A: Description of Baghdad's Round City

'Constructed in a perfect circle, Baghdad's Round City was a marvel of urban planning, serving as the political, economic, and religious heart of the Abbasid Caliphate. Its design symbolized the unity and strength of the empire.' Provenance: Historical account from al-Masudi, 10th century.

1.
Explain why the design of Baghdad's Round City was considered significant in the context of the Abbasid Caliphate. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the political and religious factors that contributed to Baghdad's importance. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Factors Contributing to Baghdad's Significance

Source B: Economic and Social Factors

'Baghdad's location at the crossroads of trade routes brought wealth and cultural exchange, making it a vibrant hub of commerce. Its diverse population fostered a cosmopolitan society.' Provenance: Travel writings of Ibn Hawqal, 10th century.

1.
Categorize the factors mentioned in Source B into economic and social groups. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
2.
Outline which factor—economic or social—you believe was more significant in establishing Baghdad’s importance and justify your choice with evidence. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
C

Ranking and Justifying Factors

Source C: Political Stability and Administrative Control

'The city’s well-organized administration and strong leadership ensured stability, which attracted scholars, traders, and pilgrims.' Provenance: Abbasid administrative records, 10th century.

1.
Which was MORE significant in making Baghdad a key city—political stability or religious influence? Justify your answer with evidence. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Analyse how religious influence and political stability together contributed to Baghdad’s significance. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
D

Overall Significance of Baghdad's Round City

Source D: Summary of Baghdad's Role in the Islamic Golden Age

'Baghdad was the intellectual and cultural hub of the Islamic world, with its university, libraries, and scholars shaping science, philosophy, and governance.' Provenance: Historical overview by al-Tabari, 10th century.

1.
Explain the overall significance of Baghdad’s Round City in the context of the Islamic Golden Age. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the factors of political stability and economic wealth in contributing to Baghdad’s role during this period. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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