1. Islamic Civilization (Chpt. 15) Exam Study Guide
Content
Life in Arabia: geography, nomads, sedentary, Mecca
Islam: Muhammad, early life,
Meccan persecution, Hijra,
spreading of the faith
Islam: Monotheism, Jews/
Christians/Muslim relations
The Five Pillars of Faith
Your Notes

2. Content
The Arab Muslim Empire’s Success
Caliph/Caliphate and Division of
Muslim Community
Umayyad Dynasty, Abbasid Dynasty,
Turks, Ottoman Empire,
Islamic Achievements: medicine/
hospitals, architecture, mathematics,
science, astronomy
Your Notes