The Siege of Acre and the Battle of Arsuf, 1189–91 (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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What was Saladin's greatest achievement in 1187?
What was Saladin's greatest achievement in 1187?
The capture of Jerusalem
What was Saladin's estimated daily military expenditure during the Acre campaign?
What was Saladin's estimated daily military expenditure during the Acre campaign?
20,000 dinars
Who initiated the siege of Acre in August 1189?
Who initiated the siege of Acre in August 1189?
King Guy of Jerusalem
What problem did Zangi of Sinjar's arrival in 1190 illustrate?
What problem did Zangi of Sinjar's arrival in 1190 illustrate?
He arrived too early to be useful
On what date did the Muslim garrison at Acre surrender?
On what date did the Muslim garrison at Acre surrender?
12 July 1191
Which factor was NOT mentioned as a cause of Saladin's failure at Acre?
Which factor was NOT mentioned as a cause of Saladin's failure at Acre?
Bad weather conditions
How much money did the surrender terms require Saladin to pay?
How much money did the surrender terms require Saladin to pay?
200,000 dinars
What was the primary reason for the Frankish victory at the Battle of Arsuf?
What was the primary reason for the Frankish victory at the Battle of Arsuf?
Richard I's leadership
Which fortifications did Saladin destroy to prevent further Frankish gains in 1192?
Which fortifications did Saladin destroy to prevent further Frankish gains in 1192?
Ascalon and Ramla
How many masons did Izz al-Din send to help build Jerusalem's defenses?
How many masons did Izz al-Din send to help build Jerusalem's defenses?
50 masons