Question
click below
click below
Question
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Unit 6: Islam
Social Studies
Question | Answer |
---|---|
Islam | A monotheistic religion based on the teachings of Muhammad. |
Oasis | A water hole in the desert where fresh water is available. |
Prophet | Member of religion who delivers messages from God. |
Muhammad | A prophet of Islam who introduced monotheism to a polytheistic society. |
Revelation | A sign or message from God. |
5 Pillars | The guidelines to living: fasting, praying, belief, charity, and pilgrimage. |
Shari'ah | Islamic Code of Law; No gambling, eating pork, or drinking. |
Mosque | A place of worship with courts and schools inside. |
Name 4 physical features that impact the Arabian Peninsula. | Desert, Oasis, Coastal Plain, and Mountains. |
How can you adapt to the 4 physical features of the Arabian Peninsula? | Oasis- gives fresh water Desert- people live as nomads Coastal Plain- used for farming Mountains- shelter, larger farming space |
What is Muhammad remembered for? | preaching Islam |
What is the Qu'ran? | Islamic Holy Text |
What are the two groups that Muslims split into? | Shia and Sunni |
What are the three Muslim Empires? | Arab, Ottoman, and Mogul |
What are three ways that the religion of Islam Spread? | trade, conquering land, and teaching |
How did trade help the expansion of the Muslim Empires? | Trade helped to increase the economy. |
How did trade help to spread Islam? | As people are buying and selling goods, they are sharing news about Islam. |
Describe the roles of women. | Women manage families, own property, inherit wealth, and invest in trade. |