Topic 4 Exploring Islam and Arabic Influence

What is the primary language that grew in government, trade, and Islamic scholarship in West Africa?

• French

• Arabic

• Swahili

• English

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CA.7.4.4.

Which of the following best describes the role of the trans-Saharan caravan trade in West Africa?

• It isolated West Africa from other cultures.

• It facilitated the spread of Islamic beliefs and culture.

• It was primarily a route for European explorers.

• It was used only for the trade of gold.

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CA.7.4.3.

Who is considered the founder of Islam?

• Jesus

• Moses

• Muhammad

• Abraham

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CA.7.2.2.

How did the Arabic language spread in West Africa?

• Through European colonization

• Through the trans-Saharan trade routes

• Through the Atlantic slave trade

• Through the Silk Road

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CA.7.4.4.

What are the Qur'an and the Sunnah?

• Historical novels

• Primary sources of Islamic beliefs, practice, and law

• Ancient Greek texts

• Christian scriptures

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CA.7.2.3.

Which of the following was a result of Muslim rule expansion through military conquests and treaties?

• Decline of the Arabic language

• Cultural blending within Muslim civilization

• Isolation of Muslim communities

• Decrease in trade activities

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CA.7.2.4.

What is the significance of the Qur'an in Islam?

• It is a collection of poems.

• It is the holy book and a primary source of Islamic law.

• It is a historical account of the Roman Empire.

• It is a guide to European history.

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CA.7.2.3.

What was one of the main reasons for the spread of the Arabic language in West Africa?

• The influence of European traders

• The establishment of Islamic schools and scholarship

• The dominance of the Roman Empire

• The spread of Buddhism

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CA.7.4.4.

What is the Sunnah in Islam?

• A type of Islamic architecture

• The teachings and practices of Muhammad

• A collection of ancient Persian stories

• A form of Islamic art

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CA.7.2.3.

How did the life and teachings of Muhammad influence the connection between Islam, Judaism, and Christianity?

• By promoting the idea of multiple gods

• By emphasizing monotheism and shared prophets

• By rejecting all previous religious teachings

• By focusing solely on Islamic rituals

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CA.7.2.2.