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QR Challenge: Rise & Spread of Islam...Byzantine Empire

QuestionAnswer
Muhammad fled from Mecca to Medina and back in an event referred to as the ___. Hijrah
The Islamic holy book is called _____. The Quran
This sect of Islam looks for the most qualified to be the successor to the caliph. Sunni
This is the holy month in which Muslims fast during the day light hours. Ramadan
Muslims are required to pray _____ facing _____. 5 times a day/Mecca
The pilgrimage Muslims take to Mecca is called the ___. Hajj
The essential duties of all Muslims are collectively referred to as ___. The Five Pillars
Islam spread through ____ and _____. Trade and Jihads
What is the “world of Islam” called? Dar al Islam
What continents did Islam spread to? Asia, Africa, Europe
Which sect of Islam believes the new leader should be a relative of Muhammad or his son-in-law, Ali? Shia
Which sect of Islam believes the new leader should be based on merit? Sunni
Which trade routes did the Muslims participate in (3)? IOTS, Silk Road, Trans Saharan
How is Islam similar to Judaism and Christianity? believe in the same God, follow Ten Commandments, recognize same prophets, recognize “Old Testament”
Why was Byzantium selected as Constantine’s new capital? located at the crossroads of E/W, easy to defend
What made the walls protecting Constantinople “safe” from earthquakes? Limestone mortar allowed flexibility
What defense measure was used to protect Constantinople from a sea attack? large linked chain was stretched across the Golden Horn
Who was responsible for major building projects such as the Hagia Sophia? Justinian
Why did many distrust Theodora? She was seen as an immoral woman/prostitute
How did Justinian respond to the Nika Rebellion? Slaughtered 30,000 in the Hippodrome.

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