The Fatimid Dynasty
| Description: The Fatimid Dynasty was an Isma'ili Shia Muslim caliphate that ruled over much of North Africa and the Mediterranean from the 10th to the 12th century. The dynasty was founded by Abdullah al-Mahdi Billah in 909 CE and lasted until the Ayyubid conquest of Egypt in 1171 CE. | |
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Who founded the Fatimid Dynasty?
What was the capital of the Fatimid Dynasty?
Which of the following was not a Fatimid caliph?
The Fatimids were known for their patronage of which religion?
Which of the following was a major Fatimid city in North Africa?
The Fatimids conquered Egypt in which year?
Which Fatimid caliph built the Al-Azhar Mosque in Cairo?
The Fatimids were overthrown by which dynasty?
Which Fatimid caliph was known as the "Mad Caliph"?
The Fatimids were known for their extensive trade network, which stretched from which region in the east to which region in the west?
Which Fatimid caliph founded the city of Cairo?
The Fatimids were known for their religious tolerance, allowing which of the following religions to be practiced freely in their empire?
Which Fatimid caliph is credited with building the Great Mosque of Kairouan in Tunisia?
The Fatimids were known for their patronage of which branch of Islamic law?
Which Fatimid caliph is known for his persecution of Christians and Jews?