Analyzing Baghdad as a Trade Hub c.900AD

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet guides students through planning an essay about Baghdad around 900AD, focusing on its role as a major trade hub. It encourages them to structure their arguments and gather evidence systematically.

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Analyzing Baghdad as a Trade Hub c.900AD

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Essay Planning: Baghdad as a Trade Hub c.900AD

Essay Question:

Explain why Baghdad was an important trade hub around 900AD.

Introduction thesis:

Outline briefly the importance of Baghdad’s location, its role in trade networks, and its economic significance during this period.

1.
Outline the main reasons why Baghdad became a major trade center around 900AD. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Explain the role of Baghdad's location in its success as a trade hub. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Compare the economic benefits Baghdad gained from its trade activities with its political stability. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
4.
Analyse how Baghdad’s infrastructure supported its role as a trade center. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Explain the importance of cultural and technological exchanges in Baghdad’s trade networks. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Discuss a possible counter-argument that challenges the view of Baghdad’s importance as a trade hub. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Summarize why Baghdad’s role as a trade hub was important for the wider world during the 900s. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Write a brief conclusion explaining the overall significance of Baghdad as a trade hub around 900AD.
[5 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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