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Spread of Islam

Question 1 • TX-World History Studies A-CR

Why did most people within the Byzantine and Persian empires accept Islam so easily?

Answer
A
They would be allowed to serve in government positions and avoid a tax.
B
They were concerned about repression by the new Muslim leadership.
C
Special consideration was given only to those accepting the new religion.
D
Trade opportunities would increase and improve their earnings.

Explanation

Many people in the conquered Byzantine and Persian territories faced a tax as non-Muslims, while conversion to Islam could exempt them from it. Becoming Muslim could also open opportunities to serve in the new government. Thus, choice A, “They would be allowed to serve in government positions and avoid a tax,” best explains why conversion appealed to many people.

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