Ancient Islam

What was a significant cultural impact of the Indian Ocean trade on Southeast Asia?

• Introduction of European languages

• Spread of Islam

• Decrease in local religions

• Uniformity in architectural styles

Malian Emperor Mansa Musa’s pilgrimage to Mecca in 1324 can best be understood in the context of which of the following?

• The expansion of Islam throughout Afro-Eurasia

• The development of new transportation technologies

• The diffusion of African culture to the Middle East

• The territorial expansion of West African empires

Ibn Battuta traveled widely across the Middle East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Africa in the fourteenth century. His travels serve as evidence for the

• unifying influence of Islam

• excellent condition of roads in Africa and Asia

• political unity of Africa and Asia

• widespread use of paper money

Which of the following literary works provides insight into the early Islamic world?

• The Epic of Gilgamesh

• The Arabian Nights

• Beowulf

• The Divine Comedy

In the context of ancient Islamic literature, what is a 'qasida'?

• A type of poem

• A religious text

• A historical document

• A philosophical essay

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Islamic calligraphy?

• Use of hieroglyphs

• Incorporation of floral motifs

• Use of Latin script

• Incorporation of animal figures

What is the primary language of classical Islamic literature?

• Latin

• Persian

• Arabic

• Turkish

Which of the following best describes the role of 'hadith' in Islamic culture?

• A collection of poems

• A record of the sayings of Prophet Muhammad

• A historical account of battles

• A philosophical discourse

Which of the following is a famous Islamic philosopher known for his works in both philosophy and medicine?

• Avicenna

• Aristotle

• Confucius

• Plato

In ancient Islamic architecture, what is a 'minaret'?

• A type of dome

• A prayer hall

• A tower for the call to prayer

• A decorative arch