After World War II why did Israel become a center of conflict?
It's the spot where Mohammad ascended into heaven
What is the center of the Islam world and where is it located?
Mecca in Saudi Arabia
What holy city is sacred to all three monotheistic religions?
Jerusalem
Who is the founder of Islam?
Mohammed
What are the holy books sacred to each of the three monotheistic religions?
The Bible the Torah and the Quran
What are the names of the buildings where each of the three monotheistic religions worship?
The church, mosque, and synagogue
Who are the prophets of each monotheistic religion?
Abraham, Jesus, Muhammad
What essential religious figure do all religions of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism consider to be the father of monotheism?
Abraham
According to his Islamic tradition every Muslim must go on ______ once in their lifetime.
Hajj
What continents are the at the crossroads of the Middle East?
Europe, Africa, and Asia
Oil is considered what type of resource?
Nonrenewable
What is the main reason for the international importance of the countries in the Middle East today?
They want the oil
In your own words, explain the difference between the the Muslim's sects: Sunni's and the Shia's.
The Shia's want the Muslims tradition to be based on who is in your family. The Sunni's think that the next person to carry on the tradition should be someone who can speak to God.
Explain the five pillars of Islam
1. Declaration of faith 2. Prayer 3. Charity 4. Fasting 5. Pilgrimage