War on Terror Vocabulary Test

Title for a Muslim religious leader or chief in the Sunni religion.

Political party that governs Gaza Strip; formerly a Palestinian terrorist organization.

A Muslim school where you learn only religious studies.

One of the holiest cities in Islam where you are supposed to go at least once on a pilgrimage.

Name of the govt. of Afghanistan before 9/11 attack.

The prophet of Islam.

Political group that runs the West Bank; started by Yasser Arafat.

This is a non-binding judgment or order (a "hit") given against someone who disrespects Islam.

Refers to the HEAD or scarf used by women in Muslim countries.

Terrorist group started by Osama bin Laden in Afghanistan.

Holiest holiday for Muslims that falls on 9th month where they fast during the day.

Garment which covers the ENTIRE BODY of a woman in very strict Islamic countries.

Worldwide Jewish movement that resulted in the establishment of Israel.

Terrorist group that now controls Iraq, & Syria; known for decapitating westerners & others.

Islamic terrorist group based in NE Nigeria that kidnapped a large group of school girls.

Title of a holy man from the Shia (Shiite) branch became famous during Iran Hostage Crisis.

Extremely strict branch of Islam found in Saudi Arabia,Kuwait, & U.A. Emirates.

Shiite terrorist organization based in Lebanon, financed by Iran.

LARGEST BRANCH of Islam; new leader can be chosen from qualified person.  S. Hussein was one.

Code of law where there is no separation b/w church & state, i.e. stoning for adultery.