44. By 750 CE, the Muslims had invaded western Europe and ruled most of
Answer: E
The Muslims had invaded western Europe and ruled most of the Iberian Peninsula by 750 CE.
The Muslims had established control over a significant portion of the Iberian Peninsula, which includes modern-day Spain and Portugal, by 750 CE. This invasion marked a notable expansion of Islamic influence into western Europe.
A) Germany
Germany was not significantly impacted by Muslim invasions during this period. The primary Muslim expansion into Europe occurred through the Iberian Peninsula rather than northern regions like Germany, which remained largely unaffected by Islamic rule in the early medieval period.
B) England
England also did not fall under Muslim control by 750 CE. While the British Isles experienced various invasions during this time, the Muslim conquests primarily focused on the Iberian Peninsula in western Europe and did not extend into England.
C) the Balkans
The Balkans experienced various influences and invasions throughout history, but by 750 CE, they were not predominantly ruled by Muslims. The significant Muslim presence in the Balkans developed later, particularly during the Ottoman Empire's expansion.
D) Italy
While there were some interactions and conflicts involving Muslims in Italy, particularly in Sicily, the dominant control by Muslims was not established in mainland Italy by 750 CE. The major Muslim foothold in Europe during this time was concentrated in the Iberian Peninsula.
E) the Iberian Peninsula
The Iberian Peninsula was indeed largely under Muslim rule by 750 CE, following the Umayyad conquest of Hispania. This region became a center of Islamic culture and influence in western Europe, unlike the other options presented.
Conclusion
The correct answer is E, as the Iberian Peninsula was the only region listed that was predominantly ruled by Muslims by 750 CE. Other options, including Germany, England, the Balkans, and Italy, did not experience similar levels of Islamic control during this period, making them incorrect choices. The significant impact of Muslim rule in the Iberian Peninsula is a key historical aspect of early medieval European history.