Muslim Civilizations

Which of the following best explains how the Ottomans expanded their empire?

• Regions joined the empire after adopting the Muslim faith.

• They purchased land with the wealth acquired by superior crafting and trade.

• They gained most territory through conquest.

• The Romans looked to them for guidance after the fall of the Holy Roman Empire.

Which of the following best completes the diagram?

• A Muslim must go on a pilgrimage to Mecca.

• A Muslim must marry and have children.

• A Muslim must cover his hair in public spaces.

• A Muslim must defend the faith of Islam against all other religions.

Which of the following is a major difference that separates the three Abrahamic religions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam)?

• They all worship different gods

• They each follow the same basic commandments.

• They all believe in the same key prophets and religious leaders.

• They each have their own distinct sacred texts.

Which of the following events best describes the European response to Islamic expansion?

• The Black Plague spread as Europeans moved into Africa and Asia.

• Muslims were targeted by the Crusades and Spanish Inquisition.

• Many European kings adopted Islamic beliefs and imposed them on others.

• Church membership began to decline across Europe and the Pope lost political power.

Which of the following best explains the relationship between Muslims and Hindus in India?

• Muslims made up most of the ruling class but Hindus made up most of the population.

• Muslims and Hindus often adopted many of each other's practices and beliefs.

• Hindus responded to Muslim invasions with violence and hostility.

• Hindus made up most of the ruling class but Muslims made up most of the population.

Which of the following best explains why rulers of the Arab Empire did not force those who practice Christianity and Judaism to convert to Islam?

• There were no Christian or Jewish people in Arab territories.

• Muslims do not believe in converting people to Islam.

• The three religions share similar practices and beliefs

• Muslims wanted to avoid potentially starting a Holy War.

Which of the following do all three Abrahamic religions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam) have in common?

• They are based on the same five pillars that dictate how to live.

• They are polytheistic religions that each worship the same gods.

• They are from different regions of the world and have separate religious texts.

• They are monotheistic religions with foundations from the Old Testament.

The Islamic Golden Age gave way to the most notable advances in which of the following areas?

• Arts and literature

• Mathematics and Sciences

• Military tactics and weaponry

• Political philosophy and economics

When Muslims pray, they face towards?

• The Ka’aba in Mecca

• Jerusalem

• The nearest mosque

• The east (Always)

Which is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

• Giving alms or charity

• Being baptized

• Fasting during Ramadan

• Making a hajj or pilgrimage to Mecca