Who were the Bedouins?

• Settled farmers along the peninsula

• Nomads who roamed the desert

• Merchants trading in cities

• Fishermen along the coast

What were the Bedouins in search of?

• Gold and silver

• Pastureland and water

• Spices and silk

• New trade routes

Where did the other Arabs live?

• In the mountains

• Along the outer rim of the peninsula

• In the desert

• On islands

Where was Muhammad born?

• Persia

• Arabia

• Egypt

• India

What does the term "Islam" mean?

• Peace

• Submission

• Freedom

• Unity

Who are the followers of Muhammad known as?

• Christians

• Buddhists

• Muslims

• Hindus

In what year was Muhammad born?

• 570

• 632

• 565

• 600

Why was Mecca a center of religious worship?

• It was the birthplace of many prophets

• The Ka'bah was located there

• It was a major trade hub

• It had many religious schools

What was the principal attraction of the Ka'bah?

• A golden statue

• A sacred tree

• The famous Black Stone

• A large fountain

What is the term used to describe Muhammad's move from Mecca to Medina in 622?

• Hegira

• Exodus

• Pilgrimage

• Migration