Rise of Islam Flashcard

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What did the Arabian Peninsula serve as during the rise of Islam?

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Bridge between Africa, Asia, and Europe for trade

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How did the Silk Road help spread Islam?

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The Silk Road helped spread Islam by enabling trade and cultural exchange, allowing Muslim merchants to share their faith.

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Which of the following was NOT a resource traded on the Silk Road? Silk, Spices, Oil, Silk Fabrics

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Oil

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What is the role of the ka'aba in Islam?

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The Ka'aba is the holiest site in Islam, serving as a focal point for the Hajj pilgrimage.

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What is the Arabic translation for the name of God?

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Allah

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According to Islamic tradition, who visited Muhammed and told him about Allah?

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Angel Gabriel (Jibril)

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Why were 7th century Arabs unaccepting of Muhammed's message in Mecca?

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They were polytheistic and resistant to monotheism, which threatened their social and trade structures.

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In Islamic History, what is the "Hijra?"

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The Hijra is the migration of Muhammad from Mecca to Medina.

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Where were all of Muhammad's revelations (religious ideas) recorded?

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The Quran

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Is Islamic history, who is Kadijah in relation to Muhammad?

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Kadijah is Muhammad's first wife and the first convert to Islam.