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West Asian History Quiz
A quiz about the history of West Asia.
West AsiahistoryAsian historyMiddle Eastregional history
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22 more questions in this quiz.1. Which city became the capital of the Abbasid dynasty in 762 and developed into one of the greatest centers of learning and administration in medieval West Asia?
- A. Baghdad
- B. Cairo
- C. Tehran
- D. Ankara
2. Which ancient people built the famous city of Babylon in Mesopotamia?
- A. Babylonians
- B. Vikings
- C. Aztecs
- D. Mongols
3. What ancient religion that began in West Asia is well known for treating fire as sacred?
- A. Zoroastrianism
- B. Buddhism
- C. Hinduism
- D. Shinto