Islamic Culture and Architecture Quiz

Which dynasty is known for its early Islamic empire expansion?

• Abbasid

• Umayyad

• Safavid

• Ottoman

What is one of the fields mentioned that was influenced by Islamic culture?

• Literature

• Medicine

• Agriculture

• Astronomy

Which architectural style is highlighted in the document?

• Gothic architecture

• Mosque architecture

• Baroque architecture

• Romanesque architecture

What was the main reason for the split between Sunnis and Shi’a?

• Disagreement over religious texts

• Dispute over the next caliph after Muhammad's death

• Different interpretations of the Quran

• Conflict over trade routes

Who do the Shi’a believe should be the rightful caliphs?

• Muhammad's relatives

• Elected leaders

• Scholars of Islam

• Military leaders

What is the term used to refer to the Shi’a group?

• Party of Ali

• Followers of Sunnah

• Caliphs of Islam

• Leaders of Faith

What do Sunnis believe about the selection of their leaders?

• Leaders should be elected by the people

• Leaders should be appointed by scholars

• Leaders should be chosen by military strength

• Leaders should be hereditary

What percentage of Muslims are Sunni?

• Most Muslims

• Half of Muslims

• A minority of Muslims

• A quarter of Muslims

In what year did the Umayyad dynasty move the Muslim capital to Damascus?

• 661

• 732

• 750

• 800

Which regions did Muslims expand into during the Umayyad dynasty?

• India, Central Asia, and Europe

• Africa, South America, and Australia

• North America, Antarctica, and Asia

• China, Japan, and Korea