1.2 -- Developments in DAR-AL-ISLAM (2026)

What does "Dar al-Islam" translate to in English?

• The House of Peace

• The House of Islam

• The House of Worship

• The House of Faith

Which of the following religions is NOT considered one of the three major monotheistic religions mentioned in the text?

• Judaism

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Islam

Who is considered the final prophet in Islam?

• Jesus Christ

• Moses

• Muhammad

• Abraham

Which empire is known for its "Golden Age" of Islam, characterized by advancements in science, mathematics, and literature?

• Umayyad Caliphate

• Abbasid Caliphate

• Ottoman Empire

• Seljuk Empire

What was the primary role of the Seljuk Empire in relation to the Abbasid Caliphate?

• They were religious leaders.

• They were a professional military force.

• They were trade merchants.

• They were scholars.

Which of the following was NOT a method through which Islam expanded across Afro-Eurasia?

• Military expansion

• Merchant activity

• Missionary efforts

• Colonization

What was the House of Wisdom in Baghdad primarily known for?

• A center for military training

• A library and center for scholarly study

• A religious temple

• A marketplace

Which mathematical field did Nasir al-Din al-Tusi contribute to significantly?

• Algebra

• Geometry

• Trigonometry

• Calculus

Which of the following was a significant force for the spread of Islam due to its emphasis on mystical experience?

• Sunni Islam

• Shia Islam

• Sufism

• Wahhabism

Which empire was established by the invading Turks in South Asia and ruled for about 300 years?

• Ottoman Empire

• Delhi Sultanate

• Mughal Empire

• Safavid Empire