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Module 8: The Rise of Islam
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1
What marks the beginning of the Heian period in Japanese history?
The election of Emperor Heian in 747.
The relocation of Japan's capital to Heian (modern Kyoto)
The invasion of the Mongols from the Yuan Dynasty
The spread of Confucianism to Japan.
2
What was one reason Genghis Kahn unleashed a campaign of terror across Central Asia?
He was angered about the death of Mongol traders at the hand of the Muslims
He was insistent upon reclaiming Mongol lands that had been stolen
He wanted to force the inhabitants of the region to accept Islamic faith
He wanted people in this region to refer to him as the “universal ruler”
3
The Samurai were expected to follow a demanding code of honor, known as what?
Confucianism
Shinto
Janissary
Bushido
4
Which act showed Kublai Khan intended to make his mark as an emperor of China?
He allowed the Chinese to keep their religion and culture
He insisted that trade be open between Eurasian steppe and China
He moved his capital city to the site of of his choosing (Beijing)
He expanded the borders of his empire westward into Japan and Korea
5
What role did Marco Polo play in Kublai Khan's government?
He was the chief Buddhist monk in the Yuan government
He was a soldier in the Mongol army
He was a merchant who brought the emperor fine goods from Europe
He went on diplomatic missions to various Chinese cities
6
Muhammad and his followers journey from Mecca to Medina is known as what?
Hijrah
Mosque
Hajj
Qur'an
7
The term
caliph
refers to?
a person who was not born Muslim, but converted to it later in life.
the supreme political and religious leader in a Muslim government.
Any Christian serving in the Muslim armies.
a Muslim who seeks to achieve direct contact with God through mystical mean
8
Which statement describes the status of women in the medieval Islamic world?
They had fewer rights than contemporary European women.
They had the ability to become political and military leaders.
Muslim women could own property and obtain an education.
Muslim wives could divorce their husband with relative ease.
9
Why is Ibn Rushd considered to be one of the greatest Muslim philosphers?
He translated Persian and Indian philosophical works into Arabic.
He worked in the House of Wisdom,
He Suggested that Aristotle's philosphy was similary to Islamic principles
He wrote The Guide for the Perplexed
10
Who is considered to be the founder of Islam?
Ibn Rushd
Ali
Shah Abbah
Muhhamad
11
Which of the following individuals is credited with founding Islam?
Abraham
Ibn Rushd
Ali
Muhammad
12
Which of the following led to the spread of Islamic rule?
Islamic rulers encourage the growth and spread of scholarship
Islamic rulers often practice religious tolerance
Islamic rulers often ruled harshly
Islamic rulers instituted democratic governments in conquered cities.
13
What led to the revival of Confucianism during the late Tang and Song dynasties?
Scholars reinterpreted the text to address new concerns
Emperors implemented the teachings into their courts
Trade with foreign nations encouraged the spread of Chinese beliefs
Printers used new techniques to make books more available
14
How did trade routes influence religion in Mecca?
Christians introduced polytheism to the inhabitants
Missionaries converted most Arabs to Judaism
Travelers brought different spiritual traditions to the city
Pilgrims began to abandon the worship of many gods
15
Which statement best characterizes Muhammad's early efforts to spread his message in Mecca and Medina?
In Mecca, many Arabs were reluctant to abandon their earlier beliefs.
In Medina, many of his followers were expelled from the city
In Mecca, most people embraced his teachings with little opposition
In Medina, few Arabs were attracted to his teachings
16
Which statement describes how science influenced Muslim art and architecture?
Muslims were the first to use domed ceilings in religious buildings
Muslims use geometric designs to decorate the interiors of mosques.
Muslims use mathematical calculation to paint scenes involving saints.
Muslims were the first to use vaulted ceilings to span open space.
17
Who held the power in the Japanese government during the Kamakura shogunate?
Kublai Khan
Shogun
Emperor
Landowners
18
Which event led to the division of Islam into two main groups?
The formation of the Sufi
The death of Ali and inability to choose a successor
The rise of the Abbasids
The fall of the Umayyads
19
A
mosque
is the title given to the supreme political and religious leader in a Muslim government.
True
False
20
Allah
refers to the Arabic word for 'God'.
True
False
21
How are Christianity and Islam similar?
The claim that Mecca is the holiest city
The expectation of a day of judgement
The believe that Jesus is the son of God
The use of the same books of worship
22
This Chinese invention helped increase literacy and the spread of knowledge.
Paper Money
Porcelain
Movable Type
Explosive Powder
23
Which was a characteristic of the nomadic way of life on the Eurasian steppe?
The people were organized by clans, and were primarily pastoralists.
The people lived in groups called dynasties
The people grew crops on established farms
The people rarely came back to the same area twice
24
What event prompted the spread of Chinese ideas and culture to the Japanese islands in the 600s?
Prince Shotoku planned a decentralized government
Prince Shotoku instituted China’s civil service exam
Prince Shotoku served as regent for his aunt
Prince Shotoku sent three missions to China
25
What best describes the period of Pax Mongolica?
a period of intense conflict between the Mongols and the Byzantine Empire
The beginning of the erosion of the Mongol Empire
A period of peace in which trade between Europe and Asia thrived
The Mongols raged cruel warfare against Japanese civilians
26
A Muslim may conduct prayer using which of the following?
The Bible
The Analects
The Qur'an
The Hajj
27
One of the Five Pillars of Islam states that all Muslims must at one point in their lives make the pilgrimage to Mecca.
True
False
28
How did the gentry attain their status in Chinese society?
Through arranged marriages
Through education and civil service positions
Through royal birth
Through land ownership
29
The native religion of the Japanese people is known as
shogun
.
True
False
30
Which of the following is an example of cultural blending?
the development of democracy in Greece
the discovery of bacteria as a cause of disease
the domestication of horses for plowing land
the conversion of Persia to Islam
31
This set of beliefs is central to the Islamic religion
The Ten Commandments
The Five Pillars
The Noble Truths
The Twelve Tables
32
If you are a Muslim then you are instructed to follow the 5 Pillars of Islam.
False
True
33
What happened as a result of the collapse of the Yuan Dynasty in China?
The rest of the Mongol Empire disintegrated
Christopher Columbus set sail for America
The Japanese invaded China
The Koreans were conquered by the Mongol armies.
34
How did Muslims use science in the worship of Allah?
Muslim mathematicians calculated the time of day needed to pray 5 times.
Muslim doctors experimented in curing certain ailments and diseases.
Muslim scholars translated works of ancient mathematicians
Muslim astronomers recorded the movmenet of stars to predict the future.
35
What happened to the Mongol Empire after the death of Genghis Khan?
His descendants expanded into Britain and Spain
His empire was divided into four khanates, each ruled by a descendant.
His descendants returned to Central Asia
The empire was conquered by the Ottomans
36
If you had the title of Sultan, you were likely in charge of which Islamic empire?
The Roman Empire
The Ottoman Empire
The Safavid Empire
The Abbasid Empire
37
The pilgrimage that Muslims must make to Mecca is known as what?
Hiraj
Hajj
Qur’an
Burj Khalifa
38
Why was Mecca a significant city for people of the Arabian peninsula?
It was the largest city of the world at the time.
It was a center of trade and house a popular shrine called the Kaaba.
It was a military stronghold for the Byzantine Empire
It was the location of Jesus' crucifixion
39
How was Abu-Bakr chosen to succeed Muhammad?
He was Muhammads direct descendant
He was elected by tribal tradition
He was Muhammads first cousin
He was appointed by a king
40
This branch of Islam's members acknowledge the first four caliphs as the rightful successors of Muhammad.
Shi'a
Sunni
41
What was the initial purpose of the samurai warriors?
To protect travelers in the countryside
To serve as a bodyguard for the powerful warlords
To trade with merchants in China
To provide karate training to the shogun
42
Why did the Yamato most likely believe they had the right to rule the Japanese people?
They claimed to be descendants of the gods
They started the Shinto religions
They had experience working with Japanese emperors
They overthrew the previous dynasty
43
Why were Muslims discouraged from illustrated living beings in their artwork?
They believed that the 10 Commandments prohibited the painting of humans.
They thought that images of animals were evil
They believed only Allah could create living things, so they avoided it.
Their artists had not mastered the art of painting live beings
44
Why was conquering Constantinople in 1453 vital to the success of the Ottoman Empire?
The city was the cultural capital of the Islamic world
The city was of considerable religious importance to Muslims
The city controlled the major trade route between the Middle East and China
The city controlled a vital waterway between Europe and the Middle East
45
What is the title given to the elite force of soldiers in the Ottoman Empire?
Missionary
Mercenary
Janissary
devshirme
46
How would you describe the role of the emperor of Japan during the Kamakura Shogunate?
The Emperor was elected by the people bi-yearly
The emperor was largely symbolic, while the shogun controlled the military
The emperor allowed for the Creation of an extremely democratic government
The emperor exerted complete control over the government and the military
47
This branch of Islam's members acknowledge Ali and his descendants as the rightful successors of Muhammad.
Sunni
Shi'a
48
What new technology allowed for the Ottomans successful in battle?
They used slaves as infantry, increasing the size of their armies
The majority of their troops used guns and cannons instead of bow and arrow
The armies relied on professional soldiers who were paid for their service
Their military relied on fast horses instead of slower camels
49
What is the significance of the Hijrah to Muhhamads mission of spreading Islam?
During this journey he was attacked by his opponents, ending the movement
During this journey he converted and gathered many needed supporters.
The Hijrah allowed for him to get the weapons to conquer his enemies
Muhhamad gave up his intent to spread Islam to the Arabian peninsula.
