Rise and Spread of Islam

What does the term 'Islam' literally mean?

• Peace and Harmony

• surrender to the will of Allah

• Prayer and Worship

• Faith and Belief

Name the tribes of the Arabian peninsula who lived a nomadic life and engaged in trade, camel rearing and money lending.

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Where is Kabba situated?

• Mecca

• Medina

• Yemen

• Turkey

What is true about the tribes of the Pre-Islamic times?

• They considered Prophet Muhammad to be their God.

• They did not believe in superstitions.

• They believed in many Gods

• They were idol worshippers.

How old was Muhammad when Angel Gabriel appeared to him?

• 45 years

• 40 years

• 35 years

• 30 years

What was a significant source of conflict among the tribes in the Arabian Peninsula?

• Religious differences

• Territorial expansion

• Control of Mecca and the trading routes

• Political leadership

Where is the Arabian Peninsula located?

• • Southeast Asia

• Northern Africa

• • Middle East

• Southern Europe

What are the followers of Islam called?

• • Hindus

• Christians

• • Jews

• Muslims