Achievements
What mathematical field developed by Muslim scholars is still taught today?
algebra
What geographic feature allowed settlements to grow in the desert because underground water reached the surface?
Oasis
Who is the founder and prophet of Islam?
Muhammad
What term describes belief in only one god?
Monotheism
What title was given to the political and religious successor of Muhammad?
Caliph
What navigation instrument used stars helped sailors determine their location?
the astrolabe
What group of merchants traveled together across the desert for safety while trading?
Caravan
What holy book contains the revelations Muhammad received from Allah?
The Quran
What are the five basic acts of worship in Islam called?
Five Pilars of Islam
What dynasty moved the capital of the Islamic Empire to Damascus?
Umayyad Dynasty
What famous collection of stories includes tales like Aladdin and Ali Baba?
1001 Arabian Nights (One of Ms. Horvat's favorites to check out of the library when she was little.)
What group of merchants traveled together across the desert for safety while trading?
Shiekh
What important journey in 622 marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar?
The Hijrah
What is the pilgrimage to Makkah called?
Hajj
What dynasty established its capital at Baghdad?
Abbasid Dynasty
What repeating geometric designs decorate Islamic art and architecture?
Arabesques
What sacred shrine in Makkah housed the Black Stone?
The Kabba
What angel delivered the messages from God to Muhammad?
Gabriel
What Islamic law code regulates moral behavior, family life, and government?
Shariah
What battle in 732 stopped Muslim expansion into France?
Battle of Tours
What tower attached to a mosque is used to call Muslims to prayer?
Minaret
What type of religion did most Arabs practice before Islam?
Polytheism
What city did Muhammad migrate to during the Hijrah that became the center of the Muslim community?
Medina
What are the three religions that recognize Abraham as a prophet called?
Abrahamic Religions (Islam, Christianity, Judaism)
What group believed only descendants of Ali should lead Islam?
The Shia