Moors Flashcard

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What food were Moors forbidden to eat?

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Pork

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How did white, Christian Europeans perceive the Moors?

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They were feared and thought to be exotic, barbaric, and promiscuous.

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Who is the Moor in Shakespeare's Othello?

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Othello

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Who were the Moors?

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Muslims from North Africa.

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What culture did the Moors import to Spain?

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Islamic culture.

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What is the significance of the Moors in European history?

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They played a crucial role in the cultural and scientific exchange between Europe and the Islamic world.

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What architectural style is associated with Moorish influence?

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Moorish architecture, characterized by intricate tile work, arches, and gardens.

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What was the primary religion of the Moors?

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Islam.

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What impact did the Moors have on Spanish language?

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Many Spanish words have Arabic origins due to Moorish influence.

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What was the Reconquista?

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The period during which Christian kingdoms sought to reclaim territory from the Moors in Spain.