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Interactions in Baghdad and the Abbasid Caliphate ActivityInteractions in Baghdad and the Abbasid Caliphate Activity
Publisher
University of California
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7th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Duration
45 mins
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Interactions in Baghdad and the Abbasid Caliphate

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An interesting resource focuses on the cultures of different peoples that have lived in Baghdad and their interactions. Academics view 11 sources to understand how Baghdad has been home to people of many faiths and cultures throughout history before completing a worksheet on what they learned. 

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

the middle east, muslim history, ancient history, the arabian peninsula, iraq, the fertile crescent, primary source analysis, primary source images, primary sources, historical analysis, historical context, historical documents, ancient mesopotamia, mesopotamia, empires, islam

Instructional Ideas

  • Have pupils pick an artifact to research in greater detail and present their information to the class
  • Guide a group discussion on how the Abbasid Empire influenced the ancient world 

Classroom Considerations

  • The resource uses text from the Quran; some of the terms may be confusing for learners 

Pros

  • Resource includes an answer key for easier grading
  • The lesson is a good one to complete as a class

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RH.6-8.1 RH.6-8.4 RH.6-8.5

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