Question

In 680, what event led Islam to split into two conflicting groups?

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A)
the entry of new ethnic groups into the Arab Empire

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B)
the defeat of Arab forces in Gaul

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C)
a revolt in Iraq led by the son of Muhammad’s son-in-law

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D)
the unsuccessful attack by Muslim forces on Constantinople

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Answered by GPT-4o mini
The correct answer is **C) a revolt in Iraq led by the son of Muhammad’s son-in-law**. This event refers to the conflict between supporters of Ali, Muhammad's cousin and son-in-law, and those who supported other leaders, which eventually led to the Sunni-Shia split in Islam.

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