Chapter 15 & 16: Africa and Islam Flashcards
1
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Oasis
A
place in the desert where water can be found
2
Q
Bedouin
A
Arab nomad
3
Q
Quran
A
holy book of Islam
4
Q
Sunnah
A
traditions believed by many Muslims to come from the prophet Muhammad
5
Q
Hajj
A
pilgrimage made by Muslims to the holy city of mecca
6
Q
Mosque
A
Islamic house of worship
7
Q
Sharia
A
Islamic law
8
Q
Plateau
A
large mostly flat area that rises above the surrounding land
9
Q
Savanna
A
parklike landscape of grasslands with scattered trees that can survive dry spells found in tropical areas with dry seasons
10
Q
Caravan
A
group of people traveling together
