HIST 212 Final, Fall 2007
American University of Beirut · Islamic History Origins and Empire, 600-750 · 1 page
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History 212 – Final Examination
Beirut, January 22, 2008
Duration of Exam: 2 hours
Part One (70 %)
Answer one of the following questions:
A- Discuss the coup d'état that led to the downfall of al-Walid II and the rise of
Yazid III to power. Its causes, its consequences and its program.
B- Discuss the role of the caliph Hisham in consolidating the Umayyad state.
Part Two (30%)
Read the attached page and answer the following questions:
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What is the aim of al-Walid?
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What trend of logic al-Walid used?
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Does this letter reveal al-Walid’s personality?