Origins and Spread of Islam | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

Based on the map on page 1, in what region of the world do you think the Islamic faith may have originated? Why?

The Middle East because it has the highest concentration of Muslims

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Vocabulary Question: What does 'muslim' mean?

"One who surrenders to God". Followers of the religion of Islam are known as Muslims.

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Page 2, Question #2. How was the Ka'bah used at the time of Muhammad's birth?

In Muhammad's time, most Arabs were polytheists and the Ka'bah housed statues of many different Gods

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Page 3, Question #2. Give two facts about Muhammad's early life?

In time, Muhammad became a trader who was known for his honesty. When he was 25, a widow named Khadijah proposed marriage. She and Muhammad had several children

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Page 1: What regions of the world have the highest concentration of Muslims?

The Middle East, Northern Africa, and Western Africa

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Page 4, Section 3, Question #4 What was the holy book of Islam called? What does it contain?

Page 4, Section 3, Question #4 The Qur'an. Millions of people believe it to contain the will of God delivered to the prophet Muhammad by the angel Gabriel.

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Vocabulary Question: Who was Muhammad?

Muhammad was the founder of Islam. According to Islamic doctrine, he was a prophet who preached monotheism. He attracted

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Page 1: What regions of the world have the lowest concentration of Muslims?

Latin America, followed by North America and South Africa and Oceania

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Page 4, Section 4, Question # 4: Why is Jerusalem a holy city for Muslims?

Jerusalem is the site of Muhammad's Night Journey where he met and prayed with earlier prophets, before being guided through the 7 levels of Heaven

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Page 2, Question #2. Why was the Ka'bah built?

The Ka'bah was built centuries before Muhammad's birth. In Muhammad's time, most Arabs were polytheists and the Ka'bah housed statues of many different Gods

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