Rise of Islam Quiz

What contributed most to the spread of Islam during the rule of the Abbasid Dynasty?

• Military conquests

• Trade routes

• Cultural exchange

• Religious tolerance

What is the historical importance of Mecca?

• Location of the first mosque

• Site of ancient trade routes

• Location where Islam started

• Birthplace of Jesus

What is the Quran?

• Collection of Islamic laws

• Islamic holy book

• Biography of Muhammad

• Historical record of Mecca

What type of religion is Islam?

• Atheistic

• Pantheistic

• Monotheistic

• Polytheistic

What led to a disagreement among Muslims on how to decide who would lead Islam?

• Trade disputes

• Religious rituals

• Succession of Muhammad

• Political alliances

What beliefs do Christians, Muslims, and Jews have in common?

• Belief in reincarnation

• Worship of multiple gods

• Monotheism

• Animal sacrifice

What are the names of the two groups of Muslims that emerged after their disagreement over the leadership of Islam?

• Sunni and Shia

• Sufi and Wahhabi

• Ibadi and Zaidi

• Ismaili and Ahmadiyya

What are some examples of Muslim contributions to mathematics?

• Statistics and probability

• Number theory and topology

• Calculus and geometry

• Algebra and Arabic Numerals

Why did Roman senators assassinate Julius Caesar?

• He declared himself dictator

• He imposed heavy taxes

• He led a military coup

• He abolished the Senate

How did Emperor Constantine affect the spread of Christianity?

• He promoted polytheism

• He legalized Christianity

• He persecuted Christians

• He banned Christian worship