Arabia & Early Life
What type of place in the desert provides water and allows farming?
Oasis
Who is the founder of Islam?
Muhammad
What is the holy book of Islam?
The Quran
What is a caliph?
A religious and political leader
What is a bazaar?
A marketplace
What group of people traveled from place to place with animals in Arabia?
Bedouins
What is the main belief of Islam about God?
There is only one God, Allah
What is a mosque?
A place of worship
Which group took control after the first caliphs?
Umayyads
What subject is algebra a part of?
Math
Why did people form tribes in early Arabia?
For protection and support
Why did some leaders in Makkah oppose Muhammad?
They feared losing power and money
Name one teaching of Islam.
Worship one God / help the poor / be honest
How did Islam spread to new areas?
Through conquest, trade, and preaching
Why were Muslim traders successful?
Shared language and strong trade systems
Why were caravans important in Arabia?
They helped traders move goods safely
What important journey did Muhammad take to escape danger?
The Hijrah
Why is the Quran important to Muslims?
It teaches how to live and is believed to be the word of God
What caused the split between Sunnis and Shiites?
Disagreement over leadership
What was the House of Wisdom?
A center of learning in Baghdad
How did geography affect how people lived in Arabia?
Harsh deserts forced people to move or settle near water
How did Muhammad’s teachings change society?
They promoted fairness, equality, and helping others
How are Muslims expected to treat others?
With kindness, fairness, and respect
Why was the Abbasid period considered a Golden Age?
Growth in learning, science, and culture
How did Muslim scholars impact the world?
Preserved knowledge and made new discoveries