ISLAM

The original nomadic tribes that inhabited the Arabian peninsula.

• Muslims
• Shias
• Sheiks
• Bedoiuns

Christianity, Islam and Judaism all have what in common? (7.2.2)

• All are  monotheistic
• All are polytheistic
• Each have a unique holy city
• Each have a unique prophet that is the son of God

What are the basic tenets of the Islam faith called?

• Four Noble Truths
• Five Pillars
• Eightfold path
• Three Wise Sayings

What was the unifying force in the Muslim world?

• geographic isolation
• Arab language and culture
• political unity
• race-based slavery

Who became the prophet of a new religion developed in Arabia called Islam? 

• Muhammad
• Moses
• Ibn-Sind
• Ibn-Rashd

What is the body of law for Islam?

• Talmud
• Hajj
• Sharia
• Mecca

What is the significance of the Kaaba? 

• It is a very unique cube-shaped building rumored to have special powers.
• It is the greatest holiest shrine in the Islamic World in Mecca, the most sacred place in Islam. 
• It is a very popular building in Mecca for those who practice ancient tribal customs
• None of the above 

How many times do Muslims pray per day?

• 1
• 2
• 12
• 5

Many of the traditions of Islam were influenced by which other religions? 

• Hinduism and Judaism
• Buddhism and Judaism
• Christianity and Judaism
• Zoronastrianism and Judaism

What holy city are Muslism expected to make a pilgrimage to in their lifetime?

• Medina
• Mecca
• Jerusalem
• Damsacus