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1
Which of these might you see in a work of Islamic art?
smiling children
thirsty camels
herds of goats
flowering vines
2
The Abbasid Caliphate was destroyed by the Mongol Hulegu Khan in ...
750 C.E.
1260 C.E.
1342 C.E.
1258 C.E.
3
Aspect of Islam. belief in this quotation: "Have they looked at the camel - how was it created?
tolerance of other faiths
curiosity about nature
trade with faraway places
technological innovation
4
A camel caravan from Damascus, crossing the desert, would arrive at which Persian city?
Medina
Jerusalem
Constantinople
Baghdad
5
The Inquisition in Spain accused former Jews and Muslim who had newly converted to Christianity
of practicing their old religion
of supporting the wrong pope
of refusing to participate in the Crusades
of mixing with true believers
6
What would you most likely see if you went to Mecca during Hajj?
white doves, released to rise to heaven
the rebuilding of the Ka'bah, a sacred shrine
the ritual anointing of a new imam
millions of Muslims from all around the world
7
What is said to have happened on Mohammed's Night Journey?
He visited his sleeping followers just before he died.
He fled from Mecca to another city for safety.
He met an angel in a cave near his home.
A winged horse-like creature took him to Jerusalem.
8
Why is Jerusalem holy to Muslims?
They pray toward the city.
Gabriel instructed them to honor it.
Mohammed rose to heaven there.
It was the headquarters of the empire.
9
Which statement describes the effect of the Crusades on Jews?
Many of them tried to escape to Palestine.
They were persecuted throughout Europe.
Their numbers grew as Christians converted.
They joined Christians to fight the Muslims.
10
How did the Crusades make European monarchs stronger?
by creating professional soldiers
by taking nobles away to fight
by weakening trust in the Church
by decreasing the use of money
11
Unlike the first three Crusades, some later Crusades were primarily movements of ...
armed priests and monks.
feudal nobles from France.
Eastern Orthodox knights.
poor people and children.
12
Why did Muslims who conquered non-Muslims usually leave them to practice their own religion?
Islam did not permit taking its followers as slaves.
Tradition said that faith came only through suffering.
The caliphs were afraid the people might rebel.
They Qur'an forbade forcing others to convert.
13
The Mongol advance into Europe was finally stopped in 1260 by ...
the city of Vienna and the Habsburg Empire.
the Ottomans around Istanbul.
the Mamluks in Palestine.
the Abbasid Caliphate.
14
What geographic feature made Mecca a wealthy city?
oasis water for agriculture
location on trade routes.
deep mountain forests
sheltered harbor
15
Which of the events below was a result of the event in the headline: 'Seljuks Take Jerusalem'
Byzantine forces made an alliance with Central Asia.
Jews began to leave Palestine.
Muslim leaders cut off trade with Christians.
Christians could no longer travel safely to the Holy Land.
16
Cairo, in Egypt, became known for its ...
lifelike sculptures.
gentle piano music.
revision of the Qur'an.
outstanding university.
17
Why do mosques all over the world have fresh, flowing water?
for drinking during a fast
as a way to understand God
as a symbol of an oasis
for washing before prayer
18
What was the overall purpose of the Christians in the Crusades?
to open a trade route to China
to gain control of Palestine
to learn about Muslim innovations
to capture Jerusalem from the Jews
19
Medieval Muslims adapted and improved the astrolabe to use for ...
navigation.
defense.
printing.
irrigation.
20
What event in 1095 led Pope Urban II to call Christians to a religious war?
Vikings attacked parts of Europe from the north.
Many emperors asked for help.
Charlemagne asked to be crowned Holy Roman emperor.
The Seljuk Turks sent ships to attack Rome.
21
Before Mohammed was born, the people of Arabia were united by ...
a single social class.
a common language.
a belief in one God.
a central government.
22
What did Muslims lose as a result of the Reconquista?
their land in Spain
their merchant wealth
their armed forces
their political unity
23
The Mughal Empire carried Islam to ...
most of India.
West Africa.
eastern Europe.
Anatolia.
24
Which of these would most likely be found in the Sunnah?
rulings by Islamic judges
poems by the angel Gabriel
guidance from Mohammed
the lives of the early caliphs
25
How is daily life different for Muslims during Ramadan?
They repeat the Shahadah.
They have many large parties.
They gather for midday prayers.
They do not eat or drink during the day.
26
Why is the Qur'an the holy book of Islam?
It tells the story of Mohammed's life and death.
It is a collection of sermons by the prophet Mohammed.
It records the words of God spoken by Gabriel.
It records the history of the Arabs and the spread of Islam.
27
Why are 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 called Arabic numerals?
because of how they are written
because they cannot be divided
because they are odd numbers
because they are all prime numbers
28
Which event occurred during the last group of Crusades?
The pope called for a reconciliation.
The Holy Land was reconquered by the European powers.
Richard the Lionhearted was killed in France.
The Jews were expelled from England.
29
The third Pillar of Islam is Zakat, which means 'purification'. Muslims observe this pillar by
confessing their sins in public.
sharing their wealth.
washing each other's feet.
not eating after sunset.
30
Which group would best complete this list: "Arabs, Turks, ....."
Persians
Romans
Russians
Franks
31
Which of these was an important result of paper making in the Muslim world?
opening of trade routes to China
loss of ancient manuscripts
invention of the printing press
rich growth of Arab literature
32
What was the purpose of the "waterwheel"?
to raise water into aqueducts
to call believers to worship
to shoot at invading armies
to guide boats down the river
33
What is the traditional goal of jihad?
to bring about peace
to attract followers
to overcome challenges
to succeed in business
34
What action by Mohammed in Medina made that city important to his followers?
He lived there while he drew more people to Islam.
He delivered his Last Sermon, announcing his retirement.
He prayed with Abraham, Moses, and Jesus.
He tore down the city walls, destroyed the ancient shrines.
35
A chart listing the Five-Pillars of Islam would include which of the following?
Observe the Sabbath.
Give to the needy.
Study of the Qur'an.
Honor your parents.
36
Why would a Muslim say the following quote? ... There is no god, but God.
to dishonor Mohammed's son
to emphasize their involvement in the jihad
to affirm their belief in monotheism
to follow the laws of the Shari'ah
37
Islam, Judaism, and Christianity have much in common including ...
the same dietary restrictions.
similar dress code requirements.
the same people in their sacred texts.
their belief in polytheism
38
How did the Umayyads contribute to the spread of Islam?
As a ruling family, they conquered new lands.
As scholars, they translated the Qur'an into other languages
As wealthy traders, they spread Arab ideas.
As wandering preachers, they attracted converts.
39
For Muslims, praying five times a day is an act that emphasizes ...
discipline.
kindness.
courage.
fairness.
40
How did the Muslim empire treat Jews and Christians differently from Muslims?
It outlawed use of their prayers.
It made them leave the empire.
It burned their houses of worship.
It charged them extra taxes.
41
How did Saladin change conditions in the Middle East?
He adopted a new policy of peace.
He converted many Turks to Islam.
He killed Richard I of England.
He re-conquered most of Palestine.
42
At which battle did Charles Martel prevent Muslim armies from conquering more of Europe?
Battle of Manzikert
Battle of Constantinople
Battle of Tours
Battle of Lepanto
43
What do the products listed have in common? ... "cotton, melons, apricots, pepper"
They were trade goods carried from India to Muslim cities.
Spain grew rich by exporting them to the Crusader kingdoms.
Crusaders brought them back to Europe from the Middle East.
They were common in Muslim lands of North Africa.
44
Which is the best example of cultural diffusion?
Muslim architects built mosques with minarets.
Muslims spread the Chinese craft of paper making to Europe.
Muslims face toward Mecca when they pray.
Muslim cities along major trade routes grew wealthy.
45
Which country is the location of the 'Reconquista'?
Greece
North Africa
Turkey
Spain
46
Who could get treatment in medieval Muslim hospitals?
anyone
poor workers
only the wealthy
nobody but pilgrims
47
Which group conquered the Byzantine Empire?
Mongols
Mughals
Ottomans
Seljuks
48
Who set up Christian kingdoms in Palestine and Syria in the early 1100s?
English allies of the Turks.
winners of the First Crusade
rulers of the Byzantine Empire
Seljuks with a policy of tolerance
49
Why did the leaders of Mecca want to keep polytheism?
It brought pilgrims to their city.
It taught people to obey them.
It kept peace among the tribes.
It let them sell expensive idols.
50
After the first four caliphs, what changed in the Muslim empire?
Islam split into two branches.
Leaders stopped making war.
Egyptian nomads took power.
The Qua'an was respected.
51
Why is the city of Mecca important in Muslim tradition?
Most Muslims today live there.
It was the birthplace of Mohammed.
It was the capital of the Umayyad empire.
Mohammed moved there with his followers.
52
Islam teaches that Jews and Christians are "People of the Book" because they ...
believe in education for everyone.
like to tell stories in their worship.
have holy writings given by God.
follow the same rules of daily life.
53
In addition to camel caravans, Arab traders traveled by ships in which three bodies of water?
Mediterranean Sea, Jordan River, Black Sea
Arabian Sea, Black Sea, Persian Gulf
Persian Gulf, Arabian Sea, Red Sea
Red Sea, Mediterranean Sea, Persian Gulf
54
Why was Ibn Sina called "the prince of physicians"?
He was descended from Mohammed.
He treated the caliph's family.
He wrote a widely used textbook.
He was very highly paid.
55
According to Islamic teachings, what did the angel Gabriel tell Mohammed to do?
defeat the Syrian rulers
write down the most important laws
teach monotheism
flee to the deserts of North Africa
56
How did Muslims contribute to European knowledge of Plato and Aristotle?
They painted beautiful pictures of ancient philosophers.
They met with Catholics to discuss philosophy.
They taught in universities in Europe.
They preserved and translated Greek texts.
57
The fifth Pillar of Islam is a pilgrimage. How is it different from the other pillars?
It is required only once in a lifetime.
It can be done by large groups.
It is a duty of every Muslim.
It is based on teachings in the Qur'an.
58
What teaching by Mohammed most upset the leaders of Mecca?
Women should have more rights.
Children should learn to read.
The rich should share their wealth.
Trade with unbelievers was wrong.
59
The word 'Muslim' means one who ...
surrenders to God.
preaches the one true faith.
practices kindness toward all.
follows Mohammed.
60
In an Islamic court, the judge is most likely to consult a mufti about
Arabic language.
common law.
Shari'ah.
Roman law.
61
Which phrase best explains the importance of Baghdad?
capital of the Abbasid caliphate
blend of Spanish and Arab culture
main center of new inventions
birthplace of Mohammed
62
"I am important in mathematics, I came to Muslim lands from India. What am I?
zero
division
number
calculus
63
Which religious activity makes most use of the "minbar"?
praying in a group
giving to charity
washing feet
giving a sermon
64
What was the long-term result of the Mongol conquest of Muslim lands?
The Greeks allied with the Turks.
The Persians conquered Palestine.
The Mongols converted to Islam.
The Arabs became more religious.
65
? years from the 1. Muslim threat to Constantinople, until the final fall to Muslim conquerors?
258 years
125 years
650 years
358 years
66
What took Mohammed to places beyond the Arabian peninsula?
searching for a wife
herding the family goats
conquering a vast empire
making caravan trips for trade
67
Which question separated the two branches of Islam?
Should nonbelievers be punished?
Is it wise to expand the empire?
Should religious pictures of humans be permitted?
Must a caliph be descended from Mohammed?
68
To which question would Muslims answer "Mohammed"?
Who is God in human form?
Who was an angel sent by God?
Who is the messenger of God?
Who was God's warrior on Earth?
69
Chess was invented in India. Muslims learned & improved it. ? word best describes this process?
innovation
promotion
adaptation
evolution
70
How did some clans boycott Mohammed's clan?
by refusing to do business with them
by staging a siege of Medina
by tearing down their stores
by shutting them up in caves
