Islam Changes Desert Culture
1. What is the most holy place for Muslims?
The most holy place for Muslims is the Kaaba in Mecca. Muslims face it when they pray.
1. What is the name of the holy place for Christians in Jerusalem?
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
What kind of clothes do people wear in modern Arabic life?
Many people wear modern clothes, but some also wear traditional clothes like the thobe or abaya.
What is the Eastern Mediterranean?
It is a region near the eastern part of the Mediterranean Sea, including countries like Lebanon, Syria, Israel, and Palestine.
What is a landform?
A landform is a natural feature on the Earth’s surface, like a mountain, river, or desert.
Why is the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina important?
The Prophet’s Mosque is important because Prophet Muhammad is buried there. It is the second most special place for Muslims.
What is the name of the holy river for Hindus?
The Ganges River.
What languages are spoken in modern Arabic countries?
The main language is Arabic, but many people also speak English or French.
Why has there been unrest in the Eastern Mediterranean?
There has been unrest because of religious, political, and land conflicts.
How can landforms divide a region?
Landforms like mountains or deserts can make it hard for people to travel or communicate, dividing the region.
What special event happened at Al-Aqsa Mosque?
Prophet Muhammad went to heaven from Al-Aqsa Mosque during a special journey called the Night Journey.
Where do Muslims go for the Hajj pilgrimage?
To Mecca.
What kind of homes do people live in today?
People live in modern houses or apartments with electricity, water, and internet.
What is one major conflict in this region?
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is a major conflict about land and rights.
What mountain range separates parts of the Middle East?
The Zagros Mountains separate Iran from Iraq.
What is Hajj and where do Muslims go for it?
Hajj is a trip to Mecca that Muslims must do once in their life if they can. It includes visiting the Kaaba and other important places.
What is the large temple called where Buddhists worship?
A stupa or temple.
What kind of jobs do people have in modern Arabic life?
People work in many fields like business, teaching, medicine, and technology.
What role have other countries played in this region’s unrest?
Other countries have often supported different sides or become involved in wars in the region.
How does the desert affect life in the region?
Deserts make it harder to find water, grow food, and travel.
Why is the Dome of the Rock special?
The Dome of the Rock is special because it is believed that Prophet Muhammad went up to heaven from there.
What is the Jewish holy place in Jerusalem called?
The Western Wall.
How do people travel in modern Arabic countries?
They use cars, buses, trains, and planes to travel.
What is one effect of the unrest in the Eastern Mediterranean?
Many people have had to leave their homes and become refugees.
What landform is important for farming and life in the region?
Rivers, like the Tigris and Euphrates, are very important for farming and water.