After Muhammad's Death, the Muslim Community

Multiple Choice

After Muhammad's death, the Muslim community

A) held general elections to replace Muhammad.
B) abandoned the orthodox teachings of Islam.
C) chose a caliph, Abu Bakr, who was father-in-law to Muhammad.
D) searched the entire peninsula for a suitable successor, according to Muhammad's last instructions.
E) embraced his wife, Khadija, as his successor.