What does this image represent?
What religions were the caliphates?
Muslims, Islam
Who was the leader of the Mongols?
Genghis Kahn
What is the hajj?
Journey to Mecca to Worship Allah
What was the economic system called under Feudalism?
Manor system
What are two regions the Islamic caliphates conquered?
North Africa, Middle East, Eastern Europe
What are two characteristics of the Mongols?
nomadic, tolerant, great warriors on horseback, treated women equally, largest empire ever, cruel warriors if did not agree.
Who was Mansa Musa?
King of Timbuktu who grew the city with his wealth and gold. Made his annual journey to Mecca where he spread his wealth.
Law Code found in the Byzantine Empire.
Justinians Code
What are two accomplishments of the Islamic caliphates?
preserve Greek and Roman ideas, created algebra, new scientific and mathematical formulas
Describe the Mongols after they conquered other nations.
The Mongols did not persecute people based on their religious beliefs. Other answers may be accepted.
Why did Ibn Battuta begin his travels?
He wanted to explore after making his hajj(journey to Mecca).
What is this map showing?
the path that traders and merchants took to travel to markets across Eurasia.
What are at least three pillars of Islam?
fast during the month of Ramadan, pray five times a day, visit Mecca, donate money to poor and believe in Allah and Muhammad
Who was Marco Polo?
Sent out to explore Eurasia and spread the news about china's wealth.
How did the Islamic Empires Spread?
Warfare and Trade.
What is this trade route called?
The Trans-saharan trade network.
The location in which a Muslims is to conduct a pilgrimage to before they die?
Mecca
What was the impact of Marco Polo's Travels
trade grew between China and Europe.
Describe how the Islamic Empires treated the areas they conquered.
They typically allowed life to go on as is. Religion, families, and sacred objects would not be taken.