SW Asia & North Africa Unit Review

What is the relationship of the Nile River to the Arabian Peninsula?

• The Nile River flows away from the Arabian Peninsula.

• The Nile River flows toward the Arabian Peninsula.

• The Nile River is north of the Arabian Peninsula.

• The Nile River is west of the Arabian Peninsula.

What body of water is shown at Letter B?

• Caspian Sea

• Black Sea

• Red Sea

• Mediterranean Sea

Why did Muhammad make the move shown?

• People began to persecute him.

• He wanted to conquer the city.

• He wanted to help the people.

• Allah instructed him to leave.

How did the harsh desert climate affect the early Arabs who lived there?

• They lived in caves.

• The moved to mountains.

• They formed tribes to survive.

• They developed caravans for business.

What long-term effect was a result of the events shown?

• Medinah became the holiest city associated with the last prophet.

• Christianity became the main religion of the Byzantine Empire.

• Islam became the main religion of the Arabian Peninsula.

• Damascus became the capital linked with the first caliph.

By 750 A.D., the Arab Empire extended to which three continents?

• Asia

• Africa

• Europe

• Australia

• South America

How was the landmark impacted by the Ottoman Empire?

• It became the sultan's home.

• It became a Christian chuch.

• It became an Islamic mosque.

• It became the military's headquarters.

In what area did Muslim doctors make important discoveries?

• brain surgery

• disease vaccines

• blood circulation

• organ transplants

Which man is responsible for establishing eight colleges, many hospitals, and public baths in Istanbul?

• Mehmed II

• Suleyman

• Muhammad

• Constantine

How did commerce spread throughout the Arab Empire?

• Muslim bankers ran a barter system.

• Muslim merchants built trading posts.

• Muslim scholars taught mathematics skills.

• Muslim soldiers established military stations.