11 Questions
Who built the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem?
Abd al-Malik
What does a hypostyle mosque typically have inside?
Flat roof leading to the qibla wall
Who wrote a book on navigation around 1490 CE?
Ahmed bin Majid
Which event does the Dome of the Rock commemorate?
Prophet Muhammad's night journey and ascension to the sky
What does al-Haram al-Sharif mean?
The noble or sacred enclosure
In what year did Islam arrive in the UAE?
623
What is the architectural influence of the Dome of the Rock on other structures?
Golden dome with mosaic decorations and Quranic verses
Where is the Al-Aqsa Mosque located in relation to the Dome of the Rock?
Just a few hundred kilometres away
Which mosque in the UAE is considered the oldest in continuous use?
Al-Bidiya Mosque in Fujairah
Who was Ahmed bin Majid and where was he born?
A renowned Arab navigator born in Ras Al Khaimah
What is a characteristic feature of the Cordoba Mosque in Spain?
Alternating color bands of red and white
This quiz covers Unit 3, Lesson 1 of UAE Social Studies for Grade 9, focusing on The Rise of Islamic Civilization in the Land of the UAE. Topics include the spread of Islam, development of towns and ports, the life of Ahmed bin Majid, and the timeline of Islamic civilization.
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