Quiz on Islamic Contributions

Which city was known for its beautiful bridges, gardens, and palaces and took 100,000 people four years to build?

• Mecca

• Cordoba

• Damascus

• Baghdad

What is the purpose of the minaret in a mosque?

• It serves as a storage room.

• It is a decorative feature.

• It houses religious texts.

• It is used to call people to prayer.

What promoted learning in Muslim lands?

• The development of aqueducts

• The discovery of new spices

• Trade with Europe

• The acceptance of Arabic and the building of schools and libraries

Which scientific field involves the study of animals and was advanced by Muslim scholars?

• Astronomy

• Chemistry

• Botany

• Zoology

What did Muslim scientists use the astrolabe for?

• Measuring the circumference of the Earth

• Tracking weather patterns

• Measuring animal body structure

• Navigating and determining location

What innovation made it easier to perform calculations and write large numbers?

• The compass

• Arabic calligraphy

• The water wheel

• The concept of zero

Who wrote “The Canon of Medicine,” a medical textbook used in Europe?

• Al-Khwarizmi

• Al-Razi

• Al-Idrisi

• Ibn Sina

Which game did Muslims enjoy for its intellectual challenge and strategy?

• Polo

• Backgammon

• Archery

• Chess

What is calligraphy?

• The art of leatherworking

• The science of navigation

• A textile design technique

• The art of beautiful handwriting

Which innovation helped popularize Arabic numerals in Europe?

• Ibn Sina’s medical writings

• The invention of the astrolabe

• The Canon of Medicine

• Al-Khwarizmi’s books