Ch. 6: The Islamic World - Test Practice

Muhammad was a local merchant in Mecca before he became known for the introduction of Islam.

• True

• False

The Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal were formed as Islamic empires after the spread of Islam.

• True

• False

Muslim scientists invented the astrolabe.

• True

• False

Sufism has caused many people to convert to Islam.

• True

• False

Why do geographers call Arabia a “crossroads” location?

• Trade routes linking Africa, Asia, and Europe run through it.

• It is home to very few cultures or people.

• People from many different cultures live there.

• It is where Islam, Christianity, and Judaism started.

What was the most important difference between Muhammad’s teachings and the beliefs of other Arabs?

• Muhammad taught that people should be kind to the poor.

• Muhammad taught that there was only one God.

• Muhammad taught that there were many gods.

• Muhammad taught that people should make pilgrimages to Kaaba.

What did the early followers of Islam, Judaism, and Christianity all have in common?

• They all believed that Muhammad was a prophet.

• They all believed that Jesus was the son of God.

• They all believed that there were many gods.

• They all believed that there was only one God.

Before they heard Muhammad’s teachings, many Arabs visited the Kaaba in Mecca each year to

• worship their gods.

• give money to the poor of Mecca.

• trade at its large marketplace.

• show their devotion to Islam.

Which of the following best summarizes how Muhammad’s teachings affected the people of Arabia?

• The teachings made people want to be merchants.

• The teachings had very little effect on the people.

• The teachings made people turn to Christianity.

• The teachings challenged and upset many people.

In terms of importance to Arabian nomads, which concern would you rank first?

• getting food and water for their animals

• finding shelter for themselves

• visiting oases frequently

• making deals with traders for supplies