Byzantine Empire
What was the capital of the Byzantine Empire?
Constantinople
What is the holy book of Islam?
Qur'an
Sacred art found in Eastern Orthodox churches
Icons
What major split occurred in 1054 CE involving the Byzantine Empire?
The Great Schism between the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic Churches.
Who was the emperor known for expanding the Byzantine Empire?
Justinian
Who is considered the last and greatest prophet in Islam?
Muhammad
This branch of mathematical study created by
Al-Khwarizmi solves for unknown quantities.
algebra
Name one reason for the schism between the Eastern Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholic Church.
Differences in language (Latin vs. Greek) or disagreements over the use of icons.
This comprehensive body of laws lasted 900 years
Justinian Code
Name the Five Pillars of Islam?
Faith, Prayer, Alms, Fasting, Pilgrimage
The art of beautiful handwriting- used in mosques- formed pictures with Arabic letters/words
Calligraphy
Who is the head of the Eastern Orthodox Church
The Emperor
What architectural achievement is known as a huge Eastern Orthodox Church?
Hagia Sophia
What was the role of the Ka'aba before the death of Muhammad?
Site for polytheistic worship
These two elements in Islamic architecture were borrowed from Greek and Roman
domes and arches
Islamic law derived from the Qur'an and the teachings of Muhammad.
Sharia
What two landforms contributed to the defensive and trade advantages of Constantinople
Peninsula and a Strait
After the death of Muhammad in 632 caliphs had these two responsibilities
Religious and political leader of the Muslim community.
This famous Sufi poet is the second most quoted poet in the world
Rumi
Islam is not just a religion; it was also an ......
Empire