Islamic Empires and Cross Cultural Exchange

Which city was the center of trade and worship before the rise of Islam?

• Mecca

• Medina

• Jerusalem

• Baghdad

Who is considered the founder of Islam?

• Abu Bakr

• Umar

• Muhammad

• Ali

What is the holy book of Islam?

• Torah

• Bible

• Qur'an

• Vedas

Which of the following is not one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

• Profession of Faith

• Prayer

• Alms

• Fasting during Ramadan

What is the purpose of the Hajj?

• To visit the Dome of the Rock

• To pray five times a day

• To give charity to the poor

• To make a pilgrimage to Mecca

Which of the following is a shared characteristic of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism?

• Belief in multiple gods

• Monotheism

• Rejection of prophets

• Worship of idols

What is a Caliph?

• A religious scholar

• A military leader

• A political advisor

• A successor to Muhammad

How did Abu Bakr expand the Muslim empire?

• Through peaceful negotiations

• By conquering territories through jihad

• By establishing trade networks

• By promoting education and scholarship

What caused the division between Shia and Sunni Muslims?

• A disagreement over the interpretation of the Qur'an

• A power struggle after the death of Muhammad

• Differences in religious practices

• Geographical separation

What is Shariah law?

• A code of conduct for merchants

• A system of government based on religious principles

• A collection of Islamic teachings

• A set of rules for military expansion