Exploring and Discovering
This book focuses on travel and encounters in societies belonging to which religion?
Islam (Muslim Societies)
Name the three major empires highlighted in this book.
The Ottomans, Safavids, and the Mughals
Book 3 is an exploration of cultural diversity across how many different regions of the world?
Six (6) regions
If you want to read about the historical encounters of different people through the lives of famous explorers and discoverers, which Book should you open?
Book 1 ("Exploring and Discovering")
What is the title given to the spiritual leader and Guide of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, currently held by His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan?
The Imam (or Mawlana Hazar Imam)
Besides the trade of goods, services, and skills, what is one thing that historical travelers exchanged along trade routes?
Knowledge (Or Ideas)
What are the names of the three key cities selected as the centers of the 3 muslim empires in this book?
Istanbul, Isfahan, and Lahore
Name two of the global regions explicitly mentioned in Book 3.
Any two of: North Asia, South Asia, South-east/South-west Asia, Middle East, Africa, North America, Europe, etc
Which book focuses on the grand historical developments of empires and centers of creativity like Istanbul, Isfahan, and Lahore?
Book 2 ("Cities and Civilisations")
Shia Muslims believe that after the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), the authority to guide the Muslim community spiritually and intellectually was given to his cousin and son-in-law. Who was this first Shia Imam?
Hazrat Ali (Amir al-Mu'minin)
Book 1 covers trade routes and the lives of famous explorers. Name at least 1 famous explorer.
Ibn Battuta, Nasir Khusraw, Jalaluddin Rumi, etc (Answers may vary)
Match the city to its empire: Which of the three cities was the capital center for the Safavid Empire?
Isfahan
Book 3 doesn't just examine geography; it also includes examples of major issues faced by people. Name the 3-words that they suffer from (Hint: It starts with a Q, O, and a F)
Their Quality Of Life
If your BUI class is discussing modern-day communities, faiths, and contemporary global issues affecting quality of life, which Book are you studying?
Book 3 ("People and Places")
In Shia Islam, the lineage of the Imamat passes down continuously through the family of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and Hazrat Ali. What specific Arabic word means "The Family of the Prophet"?
Ahl al-Bayt
According to the book's description, what are the 2 main trading/travelling routes used by people to get from place to place?
Silk and Spice Route(s)
Book 2 specifically surveys the cultures of people living in the Muslim world during which two centuries?
The 16th and 17th centuries
In discussing how communities improve their health, education, and economic well-being, the curriculum often looks at modern networks founded by the Ismaili Imamat to uplift society. What is the name of this global international network?
AKDN (Aga Khan Development Network)
Look closely at the FRAME of your images on the cover of your books. What geometric shape frames the central picture on all three covers?
A hexagon (if you get this, you are a SMART COOKIE!)
The role of the Ismaili Imam is unique because he is responsible for guiding his Jamat in both spiritual matters and worldly matters. What are the two Arabic terms used to describe these dual responsibilities of Spiritual and Material/Worldly life?
Din (Spiritual) and Dunya (Worldly)
Famous explorers had to acquire skills to achieve their current status. What are some major skills some of these explorers had? (e.g, Mathematics)
Cartography, Calligraphy, Mathematics, Faith, etc (Answers may vary)
Grand architecture in cities like Istanbul and Lahore wasn't just built for looks. According to Islamic traditions, beautiful spaces were designed to reflect the beauty of what?
Allah's creation (or Divine beauty / the spiritual world)
Book 3 doesn't just look at geography; it explores contemporary challenges. According to the book's description, it includes examples of the specific challenges that people face today. Name some problems people have with their quality of life?
Poverty, Food, Water, Shelter, Money, etc (Answers may vary)
The Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal empires were famous for creating beautiful public spaces like gardens, fountains, and mosques. What is the specific Arabic term used in Islamic architecture for a beautiful, enclosed, 4-shaped garden?
Chahar Bagh (or Four-quadrant garden / Paradise garden)
Mawlana Hazar Imam (Aga Khan V) has two sons who are part of the direct lineage of the Prophet's family. What are their names?
Prince Irfan and Prince Sinan