The Abbasids broke down the distinctions between Arab and non-Arab Muslims, which led to increased cultural and intellectual exchange, as well as a greater emphasis on religious unity rather than ethnicity. A, B, C, and E are incorrect: A is false, B is somewhat inaccurate as Arabic remained the language of the Qur'an, C is describing the Umayyads, and E is referring to the Seljuks.

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The Abbasids

Question 102

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The Abbasids

A) chose all officials exclusively from the Arabic community.
B) translated the Qur'an into Persian, making it the official language of Islam.
C) ruled Spain from Cordoba.
D) broke down the distinctions between Arab and non-Arab Muslims.
E) defeated the Byzantine Empire at the Battle of Manzikert.

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