The Prophet Muhammad
When Muhammad returned to Mecca, he abolished all idol worship at this location.
The Kaaba
This geographic feature consists of land surrounded by water on three sides.
Peninsula
During the month of Ramadan, Muslims are expected to do what?
Fast between sunrise and sunset)
What is the name of the place where Muslims worship?
Mosque
The belief that there is only one God.
What is monotheism?
The words from the angel Gabriel that Muhammad heard eventually were written in what book?
The Quran
This word describes geographic conditions where plants can grow easily.
Fertile
In order to fulfill the pillar of Hajj, Muslims must travel to this city at least once in their lifetime.
Mecca
Name three Muslim achievements.
(Various Options)
Which holy book belongs to the religion of Christianity?
The Bible
Muhammad is considered to be a prophet in Islam. What is a prophet?
A messenger of God (someone God speaks to).
This type of geographic region is mostly infertile.
Desert
Muslims are expected to do this 5 times per day.
Pray
What kinds of designs are commonly found in Muslim art?
Geometric shapes and floral designs.
Who are considered to be the founders of Judaism?
Abraham & Moses
After Muhammad died a series of rulers/ military leaders took over the after him. These leaders are called?
Caliphs
In this type of geographic region, water can be found underground and may be a resting stop for travelers through the desert.
Oasis
This pillar of Islam requires you to declare that you believe in Allah and your one God and Muhammad as his final prophet.
Belief
This term describes hatred and mistreatment of Jewish people.
Anti-semitism
The main holy book of Judaism.
The Torah.
What is the name of Muhammad's wife?
Khadijah
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
Name the Arabic word for the pillar of charity.
Zakat
Name two effects of the Crusades.
New goods for Europeans
New knowledge/technology for Europeans
2-6 million lives lost
An increase in anti-Semitism
A legacy of religious hatred and distrust
What are the names of the two holy books used to practice Islam? Bonus: which one contains the words and examples that Muhammad set during his lifetime.
The Quran & Sunnah
Bonus: Sunnah