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The Arab World
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History
9th Grade
02/29/2008

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What is an Arab?

Definition

Someone who speaks Arab as their first language.

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Give a discription of where in the world "The Arab World" is located.

Definition
mainly in the Middle East and Northern Africa.
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List two major contributions of arab world to civilization
Definition

1. algebra

2.reformation of the calendar

3.using the number "0"

4.zodiacs

5.compass

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Who was Muhammad?
Definition
A preacher in Islam
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Where was Muhammad born?

Definition
Saudi Arabia
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Koran

Definition

The islamic holy book.

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What is the Islams word for God?
Definition
Allah
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Muslims

 

Definition
people who follow the Islamic religion.
Term
What are the 5 pillars of Islam
Definition

1.Shahadha, or declaration of faith

2.Salaat,must pray five times a day

3. Zakaat, to give to the poor

4.Muslims fast during the month of Ramadan

5.Haj, a pilgimage to Mecca

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Why do Muslims go on a pilgrimage to Mecca? And what do they  do when they get there?

Definition

Its a spiritual journey and Muhammads birth place. They circle the Ka'bah.

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Mosque

 

Definition
a place of worship for Muslims
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Which way do Muslims face when praying?
Definition
East. They face Mecca
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What do Muslims do during Ramadan?
Definition
Fast between sunrise and sunset
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Why did Muhammad
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