Identify a true statement about the social structure of the early Arab Empire.

Question

Multiple choice question.

Non-Muslims were considered equals to Muslims in the Islamic world.

Ordinary merchants enjoyed a degree of respect that merchants did not receive in Europe, China, or India.

Slavery was not known to have existed in the Arab Empire.

Employment of women as domestic servants was abolished and was made a punishable offense.

Answer 1

The true statement about the social structure of the early Arab Empire is:

Ordinary merchants enjoyed a degree of respect that merchants did not receive in Europe, China, or India.

This reflects the significant role of trade and commerce in the early Islamic society, where merchants were often respected for their contributions to the economy and the spread of culture.