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Middle East Unit (MHS)
Unit on the Middle East
16
Geography
10th Grade
12/16/2011

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What is a holy place (church) of the Muslims called?
Definition
Mosque
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What is the original language of the KORAN?
Definition
ARABIC
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How do Muslims refer to god?
Definition
ALLAH
Term
What is the relationship of Christianity, Judaism and Islam?
Definition
All three religions recognize Abraham, Moses and Jesus as prophets – Muslims believe that the words of Mohammed are the most important since he is the most recent prophet.
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What does the term Islam mean?
Definition
Surrender or submission as in surrender to a complete way of life
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What is a person called that follows Islamic beliefs?
Definition
MUSLIM
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What is the holy book of Islam and what does it mean?
Definition
Koran – something to be recited
Term
What are the significance of the words of the Koran?
Definition
MUSLIMS BELIEVE They are the words of God (ALLAH)
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Who is the prophet who received the words of God in the Islamic faith?
Definition
Mohammed
Term
What is the original language of Islam?
Definition
ARABIC
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What are at least 3 of the 5 basic beliefs of Islam?
Definition
1. Testify their faith;2. Prayer; 3. Giving alms; 4. Fasting 5. Pilgrimage
Term
What is the holy city of the Muslims for their pilgrimage?
Definition
Mecca, Saudi Arabia
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How many times a day do Muslims have to pray?
Definition
Five – facing Mecca
Term
Why are MUSLIM men and women taught to Lower their eyes when coming across someone of the opposite sex
Definition
Avoid lustful behavior
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What is one of the most serious crimes in Islam?
Definition
Adultery
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What is the relationship of government and religion in countries like Saudi Arabia?
Definition
not separated – many laws come right from Koran
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