Stereotypes and Misconception: TRUE OR FALSE
Islam: Defining Terms and Understanding Concepts
Women in the Middle East
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(This category is sooo Random)
US Involvement in Afghanistan
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Most Arabs are Muslim, but most Muslims are not Arabs
What is True
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What is Islam?
Islam is "monotheistic" (believing in one God) religion. Islam shares many of the same common values and beliefs as Christianity and Judaism. Islam in Arabic means "submission". Submission to God. It is the fastest growing religion in the world.
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What are two current obstacles that make it hard for women in Afghanistan to get an education? (Think of the Girl Gap... HINT HINT!)
Obstacles for girls trying to get an education in Afghanistan: 1.)Poor school conditions and not enough educational resources 2.)Not enough female teachers 3.)Parental fear of males teaching daughters 4.)Cost- many families can not afford to send their children to school 5.)Danger and Fear of Taliban Forces
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What is an Imam? What role does this person play in the religion of Islam? What is a mosque?
An Imam is a teacher and scholar of Islam. The Imam is a guide for Muslim in proper prayer and worship. A mosque is a house of worship for Muslims.
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Who or What is the Taliban? What did the Taliban do to Afghanistan?
The Taliban is a militant and political group that rose to power in Afghanistan, originally with the help of the United States, in the 1980s and 1990s. The Taliban established an extremely oppressive, religious government that severely oppressed women and other basic human rights. The Taliban also protected and allowed terrorist activities/ groups to operate safely in Afghanistan.
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Islamophobia does NOT exist in the United States. What activities or primary sources did we use in this unit to answer this question?
What is False! Islamophobia does exist and is a harsh reality in the United States, as we saw in the "What would you do?" clip on the Muslim American woman being denied service in a bakery, as well as the in class activity in which we looked at examples of Islamophobia in the US (remember the Pastor buring the Koran in Florida?!)
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Who is Muhammad? Why is he an important person to Islam? Who is Allah?
Muhammed was the founder and main "prophet" of Islam in the early 7th century A.D. He was born in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Allah is the Arabic word for God. Muslims believe that Allah spoke to Muhammed. Muhammed wrote down these revelations from Allah in the Koran.
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YES OR NO- Are women in Islamic societies required to wear a veil, called a chador? Can you name a country where women are required to wear the veil?
What is NO! While the Koran does advise women "to draw their veils close around them" in order not to be viewed in an exploitative way, the wearing of the chador is NOT required by Islam. In strict Muslim countries, such as Iran, women are required by law to wear a veil in public.
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What is a terrorist? What makes an act of terror or a terrorist different than say a mass murderer?
A terrorist or terrorist attack is driven by a specific, violent motive to send a message, using fear, to cause changes in a society
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What is the Karzai Government? What is the United States' relationship with this government? What are 2 problems the US is currently facing the Karzai Government?
The Karzai government is the democratic government established in Afghanistan after the 2001 US invasion of Afghanistan. Problems facing the Karzai Government: 1.)Corruption 2.)Poor Communication and trust with the United States 3.)Not enough being done to promote equal rights for women
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"Arab" and "Muslim" are terms referring to the same people
What is False! "Arab" is a cultural and ethnic term referring to people who speak Arabic. A "Muslim" is a follower of Islam.
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What is the Koran? What is the purpose of the Koran?
The Koran is the Holy Book of Islam. The Koran serves as a guide to life for Muslims. The Koran contains the Five Pillars of Islam, which are the core set of rules all Muslims must follow.
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What right's did women have in Afghanistan under the Taliban? What is a "Gender Apartheid"?
Women living under the Taliban were denied most basic human rights and forced under sever oppression by the Taliban. Women lived under a "Gender Apartheid"
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What happened on this day?: September 11th, 2001 How did the US respond to the events that happened on this day?
September 11th,2001 was the day that Al Q'aida, a terrorist group led by Osama Bin Laden, attacked the United States. 2,972 people were killed in the combined tragic events: Two planes crashing into the World Trade Center, One plane crashing into the Pentagon, One plane taken down by the passengers in a field in Pennsylvania. The US responded by launching the "US War on Terror" and invading Afghanistan
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What are two PROS and two CONS of keeping our military in Afghanistan?
Pros Cons Many possibilities! Ms. Raiford will be the judge of your answers :)
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In most Middle East and Islamic societies, women are treated unequally and are forced to wear veils.
What is False! While the Koran does advise women "to draw their veils close around them" in order not to be viewed in an exploitative way, the wearing of the chador is NOT required by Islam. As for women's rights, some countries do place restrictions on women ( Saudi Arabia-women not allowed to drive or Kuwait women are not allowed to vote) but many women share the same rights as men.
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What are the Five Pillars of Islam?
The Five Pillars of Islam are: 1.) Profess faith in one God, Allah, and his prophet Muhammed. 2.) Pray 5 times a day 3.) Give alms, or charity, to the needy 4.) Fast from dawn til dusk during Ramadan. (Ramadan is the 9th month of the lunar year in which Muslims believe the Koran was revealed to Muhammed) 5.) If possible, make at least one HAJJ (a trip) to Mecca. Mecca is believe to be the birthplace of Islam
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What are three specific restrictions or laws imposed by the Taliban on women in Afghanistan?
We examined many laws and restrictions placed on women, many possibilities! Some memorable ones that we discussed: Women can not leave the house without a male escort, women can not wear shoes that make sound, women are not allowed to get an education, etc.
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Who is Osama bin Laden?
Osama bin Laden emerged as the leader of the terrorist group al-Qaida that was responsible for the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the US
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What are two PROS and two CONS of withdrawing our military from Afghanistan?
PROS? CONS? Many possibilities! Ms. Raiford will be the judge of your answers :)
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Most Muslims support the terrorist activities of Al’Quida and Osama bin Laden.
What is False! Most Muslims do NOT support the terrorist activities of Al' Quida and Osama bin Laden.
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What is the difference between Islamic Fundamentalism and Islamic Extremism/Radicalism?
Islamic Fundamentalist believe a strict interpretation or following of the core values of the Islamic religion. Islamic Fundamentalists believe that many traditional Muslim values have been corrupted, largely from the impact of Western Influences. This movement is largely peaceful. Islamic Extremists
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What are three reasons why Muslim women may choose to wear the veil? (HINT: Think of "St. Chola" &The Women and the Veil Activity)
We discussed many possibilities, but here are a few that we discussed more in depth: Muslim women have chosen to wear the hijab as a rite of passage symbolizing their transition into woman hood. The hijab is worn as a sign of modesty and out of respect for God. Many women believe the the chador or burka require people to respect and recognize them for their personality and inner beauty, rather than their outward physical appearance. Required to by religious law in some counties, such as Iran
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Who or What is al Q-aida? Who is their leader? Where in the Middle East are they located? What country?
al Q-aida is a terrorist group, led by Osama Bin Laden, responsible for the September 11th, 2001 attacks on the United States. al Q-aida is located across the Middle East with influences and members in many countries
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What alternative solution does Greg Mortenson and also "The Girl Gap" suggest as a plan of action in Afghanistan?
Greg Mortenson believes that education, especially for girls, is one solution for the future of Afghanistan. "The Girl Gap" reading talks about the difficult obstacles many Afghanistan schools, and particularly girls, are currently facing. Similar to Mortenson, "The Girl Gap" also stresses the need to educate girls in order to develop future leaders, teachers, and active/equal members of the Afghan society.
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