Module 3: Southwest Asia & North Africa 400-1500s

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Give charity, make a pilgrimage to Mecca, fasting during the Holy month, pray five times a day, profession of faith. These are important to which religion?

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Islam

Answer explanation

The practices listed, such as giving charity (Zakat), pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj), fasting during Ramadan, praying five times a day (Salah), and the profession of faith (Shahada), are fundamental to Islam.

Front

This building is most important to which religion?

Back

Islam

Answer explanation

This building is most important to Islam as it refers to the Kaaba in Mecca, which is the holiest site in Islam and the direction Muslims face during prayer.

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Monotheism is the religious belief in :

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one God

Answer explanation

Monotheism specifically refers to the belief in one God, distinguishing it from polytheism, which involves multiple gods. Therefore, the correct answer is 'one God'.

Front

Which continent was the birthplace of Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?

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Asia

Answer explanation

Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam all originated in Asia. This continent is known for its rich spiritual traditions and is the birthplace of these major world religions.

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Islam recognizes the Quran as the inspired word of

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Allah

Answer explanation

Islam recognizes the Quran as the inspired word of Allah, the Arabic term for God. This distinguishes it from figures like Abraham or Mohammed, who are important in Islam but not the source of the Quran.

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The duties expected of every Muslim are outlined in the

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Five Pillars

Answer explanation

The duties expected of every Muslim are outlined in the Five Pillars, which include the declaration of faith, prayer, almsgiving, fasting, and pilgrimage. The other options pertain to different religions.

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What were some of the contributions of Islamic civilizations from 600 to 1000 AD? Options: Arabic alphabet, mosaics, and polytheism; Mosaics, architecture, and the Arabic alphabet; Christian expansion, iconic paintings, and mosaics; Realism in painting, architecture, and the Sanskrit alphabet

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Mosaics, architecture, and the Arabic alphabet

Answer explanation

Islamic civilizations from 600 to 1000 AD made significant contributions, including the development of intricate mosaics, innovative architecture, and the establishment of the Arabic alphabet, which influenced many cultures.

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The green crescent and star shown here appeared on coins from the Sassanid empire from 600 CE. It is a symbol for which religion?

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Islam

Answer explanation

The green crescent and star is a well-known symbol of Islam, which became prominent in the Islamic world after the Sassanid empire. It represents the faith and is commonly associated with Islamic culture.

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Based on the title, which text was MOST LIKELY written in 1025 CE by Ibn Sina, a Persian Muslim? Options: Canon of Medicine, Rihla (The Journey), History of the World, Sharia (Religious Law)

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Canon of Medicine

Answer explanation

The 'Canon of Medicine' was written by Ibn Sina in 1025 CE, making it the most likely text among the options. The other titles are not attributed to him or were written in different contexts.

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The arrows on this map are pointing to the

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Red Sea

Answer explanation

The arrows on the map indicate the Red Sea, which is located between Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. The other options, such as the Arabian Sea and Persian Gulf, are in different locations and not pointed to by the arrows.