Rise of Islam and Foundational Beliefs

True or false: Muslims' place of worship is called a mosque

• True

• False

True or false: "Allah" is another term Muslims use to talk about the Prophet Mohammed

• True

• False

The collection of God's messages to the Prophet Mohammed is called the...

• mosque

• hajj

• jihad

• Qur'an

What was one way the physical geography of Arabia affected the way people lived?

• The mountains made it hard to travel so people usually kept to themselves.

• Being between three continents made it easy for merchants to trade.

• The frequent flooding made people believe in water gods.

• Long harsh winters forced most people to move south during colder months

Name at least two things that Islam has in common with both Judaism and Christianity. (4 points)

Name at least three ways that Islam is different from both Judaism and Christianity. For each one, make sure to tell me what Muslims believe and how that belief differs from the other two religions. (6 points)

What is the major difference that makes Christianity unique from both Judaism and Islam?

Name and briefly describe the five pillars of Islam. (10 points)

Which of these pillars is considered the MOST important?

Why is Mecca important to the Muslim faith? (2 points)