Islamic Empires study guide

Who was Muhammad?

• He was the Islamic God
• He was a Prophet
• He was the King of Mecca
• He was the son of God

What is the name of an area in the desert that contains water?

• Pool
• Oasis
• Rivers
• Oceans

What made Mecca an important city?

• It was the center for trade and religion
• It had large deposits of oil
• People liked to vacation in Mecca
• It was located in the Roman Empire

This is the city that Muslims pray toward.

• Hegira
• Mecca
• Medina
• Qur'an

What is a caravan ?

• A group of people traveling together across the desert.
• A type of car
• A type of food from the Middle-East
• All the statements are incorrect.

Which is not an achievements of the Islamic Empire

• Art

• Algebra

• Chemistry

• Latin

What religions are monotheistic?

• Christianity
• Judaism
• Islam
• All of the above

The Arabian Peninsula is between what 3 continents

• South America, North America and Europe
• Africa, North America , Asia
• Asia, Africa and Europe
• Europe, North America and Africa

What was the main message Muhammad received from the Angel Gabriel?

• Muhammad is the only god
• Pray five times every day
• Allah is the only god
• Jihad means "holy way"

Why did Muhammad and his followers leave Mecca and go to Medina?

• To spread Islam
• Medina had better Mosques
• Because of the death of Muhammad
• Life was difficult in Mecca for Muhammad and his followers