AP World Historyeasymcq1 pt
The Safavid Empire made Twelver Shiism its state religion, which
A.sharply distinguished Iran from its Sunni neighbors
B.unified it with the Ottomans
C.ended all religious conflict
D.converted Iran to Christianity
Explanation
Core Concept
Shiism became Iran's identity, fueling conflict with Sunni Ottomans and Mughals.
Correct Answer
Asharply distinguished Iran from its Sunni neighbors
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