Origins of Islam

What geographic feature made Makkah a wealthy city?

• A. sheltered harbor

• B. deep mountain forests

• C. location on trade routes

• D. oasis water for agriculture

The word Muslim means one who

• A. surrenders to God.

• B. follows Muhammad.

• C. preaches the one true faith.

• D. practices kindness toward all.

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

• A. It tells the story of Muhammad's life and death.

• B. It records the words of God spoken by Gabriel.

• C. It is a collection of sermons by the prophet Muhammad.

• D. It records the history of the Arabs and the spread of Islam.

What action by Muhammad in Madinah made that city important to his followers?

• A. He prayed with Abraham, Moses, and Jesus.

• B. He lived there while he drew more people to Islam.

• C. He tore down the city walls and destroyed the ancient shrines.

• D. He delivered his Last Sermon, announcing that he would retire.

Why is the city of Makkah important in Muslim tradition?

• A. Most Muslims today live there.
• B. It was the birthplace of Muhammad. 
• C. It was the capital of the Umayyad empire.
• D. Muhammad moved there with his followers.

Where did Islam originate?

• The Arabian Peninsula

• The Balkan Peninsula

• The Italian Peninsula

Which of the following is the central teaching of Islam?

• Allah will grant life in paradise to all who obey him

• Allah is the only God and Muhammad is his prophet

• On the final day, Allah will judge all people

• Muslims must wash before praying to be pure before Allah

What is the holy text of Islam that is written in Arabic?

• Qur'an (Koran)

• Bible

• Torah

• Vedas

Who is the prophet or founder of Islam?

• Jesus

• Muhammad

• Moses

• Agustus

In what city was the prophet Muhammad born?

• Jerusalem

• Antioch

• Mecca

• Medina