Islamic Achievements Quiz

What were some of the lasting contributions of the Islamic civilization?

• Music and dance

• Painting and sculpture

• Art, architecture, science, inventions, and ideas

• Literature and language

Which regions did the Muslims conquer during their expansion?

• Asia, Rome, and lands in between

• Africa, India, and China

• Syria, Palestine, and France

• Europe, North Africa, and Spain

What made Muslim warriors a considerable force on the battlefield?

• Efficient fighting methods and cavalry

• Constant wars with neighbors

• Weakened conquests ready for peace

• Common belief in the Islamic faith

Which cities became major centers of Islamic learning?

• Cordoba and Baghdad

• Tangier and Damascus

• Toledo and Cairo

• Antioch and Medina

What were some of the advances in medicine made by Muslims?

• Establishing hospitals and treating common diseases

• Creating new medications and curing cancer

• Inventing medical equipment and conducting research

• Developing vaccines and performing surgeries

What instrument did Muslims develop to guide sailors and explorers?

• Astrolabe

• Sextant

• Compass

• Telescope

What numbering system did Muslims introduce, which included the zero?

• Indian numerals

• Arabic numerals

• Greek numerals

• Roman numerals

What did Muslim artists use to decorate their mosques?

• Elaborate abstract and geometric patterns

• Sculptures and statues

• Realistic paintings

• Natural landscapes and scenery

What did Muslim scholars translate into Arabic for study?

• Ancient Chinese and Japanese texts

• Ancient Mayan and Aztec manuscripts

• Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics

• Ancient Greek and Roman writing

What is the distinct ornamental style known as in Islamic art?

• Renaissance

• Baroque

• Gothic

• Arabesque