Unit 2: Islam Test

Front

Where Islam originated

Back

The Arabian Peninsula

Front

What was Mecca like around the time Muhammad was born?

Back

Mecca was a prosperous trading city and religious center.

Front

What event led Muhammad to become a prophet?

Back

He was spoken to by the angel Gabriel.

Front

Why is the Qur’an the holy book of Islam?

Back

It records the words of God spoken by Gabriel.

Front

Which of the following did Meccans NOT do to discredit Muhammad?
Put a boycott on Muslims,
Called Muhammad a liar,
Persecuted Muslims,
Sent Muhammad on a Night Journey

Back

Sent Muhammad on a Night Journey

Front

For most Muslims it is absolutely forbidden to draw or illustrate Muhammad, or any of the other prophets of Islam.

Back

True

Front

Which is the best example of cultural diffusion? Options: Muslim architects built mosques with minarets. Muslims face Mecca when they pray. Muslim cities along major trade routes grew wealthy. Muslims spread the Chinese craft of papermaking to Europe.

Back

Muslims spread the Chinese craft of papermaking to Europe.

Front

Why was the Arabian Peninsula in a good location for cultural diffusion to occur?

Back

It was centrally located with trade routes connecting from Asia to Europe.

Front

Jerusalem is a holy city for which group of religious people?

Back

Jews, Muslims, Christians

Front

What were the Crusades?

Back

A series of religious wars started by Christians against Muslims