The Prophet Muhammad
Geography & Art
The 5 Pillars
Misc.
"People of the Book"
100
What is the significance of this location for the religion of Islam?
This was the location where the Angel Gabriel first appeared to Muhammad. (Mt. Hira)
100
This geographic feature consists of land surrounded by water on three sides.
Peninsula
100
During the month of Ramadan, Muslims are expected to do what?
Fast between sunrise and sunset)
100
What is the name of the place where Muslims worship?
Mosque
100
The belief that there is only one God.
What is monotheism?
200
The words from the angel Gabriel that Muhammad heard eventually were written in what book?
The Quran
200
This word describes geographic conditions where plants can grow easily.
Fertile
200
In order to fulfill the pillar of Hajj, Muslims must travel to this city at least once in their lifetime.
Mecca
200
What is the main language spoken by Muslims?
Arabic
200
Which holy book belongs to the religion of Christianity?
The Bible
300
Muhammad is considered to be a prophet in Islam. What is a prophet?
A messenger of God (someone God speaks to).
300
This type of geographic region is mostly infertile.
Desert
300
Muslims are expected to do this 5 times per day.
Pray
300
What kinds of designs can be found in Muslim art?
Geometric and floral designs.
300
Who are considered to be the founders of Judaism?
Abraham & Moses
400
What is the name of a successor of Muhammad?
Caliph
400
In this type of geographic region, water can be found underground and may be a resting stop for travelers through the desert.
Oasis
400
What does the Belief Pillar of Islam require Muslims to do?
This pillar of Islam requires a Muslim to declare that they believe in Allah (one God) and that Muhammad was his final prophet.
400
What is the name of the headscarf that many Muslim women wear?
hijab
400
The main holy book of Judaism.
What is the Torah?
500
When Muhammad returned to Mecca, he abolished all idol worship at this location.
The Kaaba
500
What are two things that make camels great animals for traveling through the desert?
-Long eye lashes
- Long intestine for reabsorbing water
- Fat filled humps
-Long Muscular Legs
- Wide padded feet allow walking on hot sand
500
Which pillar is missing?
Belief, Fasting, Pilgrimage, Prayer, _____?______
Charity, giving to the poor and needy
500
Name two reasons that caused Islam to spread to new places.
-Through traders and merchants using trade routes that passed through Mecca
-Through conquest (Caliphs conquering land)
-Because people liked the message of Islam
-Missionaries
500
What are the names of the two holy books used to practice Islam?
The Quran & Sunnah