The Muslim scholar Umar Khayyam, who was patronized by the Saljuq rulers, is best known in the West for his
a. passionate religious tracts.
b. astronomical observations.
c. lyrical poetry of the Ruba'iyat.
d. poetry about the campaigns of El Cid.
Ans: c. lyrical poetry of the Ruba'iyat.
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