The Rise and Spread of Islam
Explore the origins, key figures, and significant impacts of the rise and spread of Islam from the 7th century onward.
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The Rise and Spread of Islam
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet covers the key aspects of the rise and spread of Islam.
1. In which century did Islam originate?
5th century CE
7th century CE
9th century CE
11th century CE
2. Which city is considered the birthplace of Islam?
Jerusalem
Baghdad
Mecca
Medina
3. The holy book of Islam is called the .
4. The leader of the Muslim community after the death of Muhammad is known as a .
5. The early Islamic Empire expanded rapidly through military conquest and trade.
True
False
6. The Abbasid Caliphate was known for its capital city of Damascus.
True
False
7. Briefly describe one significant contribution of the Islamic Golden Age in science or mathematics.
8. Explain how trade routes contributed to the spread of Islam.