* Game 9, Round 4 - Miscellaneous - Islamic Civilization
2. We are now living in the 14th century AH, according to the
Muslim dating system. What event does Year 1 of the Muslim
calendar commemorate? If you tell us the Arabic word that the
H stands for, that will be a complete answer. Or else describe
the event and be sufficiently specific (you must mention who
and where).
3. In Muslim law, some non-believers in Islam are officially
tolerated (they are called dhimmi) and given special status
in Muslim countries, but other non-Muslims are not tolerated.
Which non-Muslims are the ones who are tolerated?
5. In the 10th century, before there were any universities in
Europe, one was founded in a Muslim city. In addition to its
secular faculties, it had (and still has) the leading theological
school in Sunni Islam. Name either the city or the university.
6. The movement to link Islam with modern politics began in
Egypt in the 1920s. This movement created a (mostly non-violent)
political party. The British, and later Nasser, suppressed
it, but it """still exists""" semi-legally in Egypt and some
other countries. What name do this """currently""" non-violent
movement and its party """still use""" in Egypt? Answer in
English or Arabic, but be sufficiently specific to distinguish
it from any similarly named parties.
* Game 9, Round 4 - Miscellaneous - Islamic Civilization
1. A person is accepted for all intents and purposes as a convert
to Islam if he pronounces and believes the one sentence that
expresses the two essential points of the Muslim faith. What is
this sentence (in English)?
2. We are now living in the 14th century AH, according to the
Muslim dating system. What event does Year 1 of the Muslim
calendar commemorate? If you tell us the Arabic word that the
H stands for, that will be a complete answer. Or else describe
the event and be sufficiently specific (you must mention who
and where).
3. In Muslim law, some non-believers in Islam are officially
tolerated (they are called dhimmi) and given special status
in Muslim countries, but other non-Muslims are not tolerated.
Which non-Muslims are the ones who are tolerated?
4. Medicine in the medieval Muslim world advanced far beyond that
among Europeans. One of its leading practitioners, however,
was not a Muslim and did come from Europe. Name this physician
who was born in Spain, lived 1135-1204 (all dates in this round
are AD as usual, not AH), served as physician to the Sultan
in Egypt, and wrote major works in philosophy, theology, and
biblical commentary.
5. In the 10th century, before there were any universities in
Europe, one was founded in a Muslim city. In addition to its
secular faculties, it had (and still has) the leading theological
school in Sunni Islam. Name either the city or the university.
6. The movement to link Islam with modern politics began in
Egypt in the 1920s. This movement created a (mostly non-violent)
political party. The British, and later Nasser, suppressed
it, but it """still exists""" semi-legally in Egypt and some
other countries. What name do this """currently""" non-violent
movement and its party """still use""" in Egypt? Answer in
English or Arabic, but be sufficiently specific to distinguish
it from any similarly named parties.
8. What Egyptian novelist, author of the Cairo Trilogy, won the
Nobel Prize for literature """about 10 years ago"""?
9. Much of the "Arabian Nights" takes place in 9th-century Baghdad,
when the city had 500,000 people (much bigger than any European
city) and the most advanced cultural life west of India.
The caliph who ruled Baghdad 786-809 appears in some of the
"Arabian Nights" stories, wandering the city in disguise at
night. Who was this adventurous caliph? *Full name required*.
* Game 9, Round 6 - Canadiana - Canadian Organizations
3. An international organization founded in Canada in 1971.
They carry out peaceful direct actions, environmental advocacy,
political lobbying, and public education to stem the tide of
planetary destruction.
* Game 9, Round 4 - Miscellaneous - Islamic Civilization
1. A person is accepted for all intents and purposes as a convert
to Islam if he pronounces and believes the one sentence that
expresses the two essential points of the Muslim faith. What is
this sentence (in English)?
2. We are now living in the 14th century AH, according to the
Muslim dating system. What event does Year 1 of the Muslim
calendar commemorate? If you tell us the Arabic word that the
H stands for, that will be a complete answer. Or else describe
the event and be sufficiently specific (you must mention who
and where).
3. In Muslim law, some non-believers in Islam are officially
tolerated (they are called dhimmi) and given special status
in Muslim countries, but other non-Muslims are not tolerated.
Which non-Muslims are the ones who are tolerated?
4. Medicine in the medieval Muslim world advanced far beyond that
among Europeans. One of its leading practitioners, however,
was not a Muslim and did come from Europe. Name this physician
who was born in Spain, lived 1135-1204 (all dates in this round
are AD as usual, not AH), served as physician to the Sultan
in Egypt, and wrote major works in philosophy, theology, and
biblical commentary.
5. In the 10th century, before there were any universities in
Europe, one was founded in a Muslim city. In addition to its
secular faculties, it had (and still has) the leading theological
school in Sunni Islam. Name either the city or the university.
6. The movement to link Islam with modern politics began in
Egypt in the 1920s. This movement created a (mostly non-violent)
political party. The British, and later Nasser, suppressed
it, but it """still exists""" semi-legally in Egypt and some
other countries. What name do this """currently""" non-violent
movement and its party """still use""" in Egypt? Answer in
English or Arabic, but be sufficiently specific to distinguish
it from any similarly named parties.
7. It is rare that an organized Muslim community has agreed to live
under non-Muslim rulers and laws. The "father of modern
Pakistan" was not a religious Muslim, but he still led many
Muslims out of newly independent India. Who was he?
8. What Egyptian novelist, author of the Cairo Trilogy, won the
Nobel Prize for literature """about 10 years ago"""?
9. Much of the "Arabian Nights" takes place in 9th-century Baghdad,
when the city had 500,000 people (much bigger than any European
city) and the most advanced cultural life west of India.
The caliph who ruled Baghdad 786-809 appears in some of the
"Arabian Nights" stories, wandering the city in disguise at
night. Who was this adventurous caliph? *Full name required*.
10. The Arabs read the Greek classics before the medieval Europeans
did. The Latin translation of a Muslim philosopher's
commentaries on Aristotle inspired Thomas Aquinas to reconcile
Aristotle's philosophy with Christianity. Who was this Muslim
philosopher, who lived 1126-98 and was considered a religious
skeptic by some people?
* Game 9, Round 6 - Canadiana - Canadian Organizations
We will read descriptions of some Canadian organizations. Tell us
in each case the name of the organization.
3. An international organization founded in Canada in 1971.
They carry out peaceful direct actions, environmental advocacy,
political lobbying, and public education to stem the tide of
planetary destruction.
* Game 9, Round 4 - Miscellaneous - Islamic Civilization
1. A person is accepted for all intents and purposes as a convert
to Islam if he pronounces and believes the one sentence that
expresses the two essential points of the Muslim faith. What is
this sentence (in English)?
2. We are now living in the 14th century AH, according to the
Muslim dating system. What event does Year 1 of the Muslim
calendar commemorate? If you tell us the Arabic word that the
H stands for, that will be a complete answer. Or else describe
the event and be sufficiently specific (you must mention who
and where).
3. In Muslim law, some non-believers in Islam are officially
tolerated (they are called dhimmi) and given special status
in Muslim countries, but other non-Muslims are not tolerated.
Which non-Muslims are the ones who are tolerated?
4. Medicine in the medieval Muslim world advanced far beyond that
among Europeans. One of its leading practitioners, however,
was not a Muslim and did come from Europe. Name this physician
who was born in Spain, lived 1135-1204 (all dates in this round
are AD as usual, not AH), served as physician to the Sultan
in Egypt, and wrote major works in philosophy, theology, and
biblical commentary.
5. In the 10th century, before there were any universities in
Europe, one was founded in a Muslim city. In addition to its
secular faculties, it had (and still has) the leading theological
school in Sunni Islam. Name either the city or the university.
6. The movement to link Islam with modern politics began in
Egypt in the 1920s. This movement created a (mostly non-violent)
political party. The British, and later Nasser, suppressed
it, but it """still exists""" semi-legally in Egypt and some
other countries. What name do this """currently""" non-violent
movement and its party """still use""" in Egypt? Answer in
English or Arabic, but be sufficiently specific to distinguish
it from any similarly named parties.
7. It is rare that an organized Muslim community has agreed to live
under non-Muslim rulers and laws. The "father of modern
Pakistan" was not a religious Muslim, but he still led many
Muslims out of newly independent India. Who was he?
8. What Egyptian novelist, author of the Cairo Trilogy, won the
Nobel Prize for literature """about 10 years ago"""?
9. Much of the "Arabian Nights" takes place in 9th-century Baghdad,
when the city had 500,000 people (much bigger than any European
city) and the most advanced cultural life west of India.
The caliph who ruled Baghdad 786-809 appears in some of the
"Arabian Nights" stories, wandering the city in disguise at
night. Who was this adventurous caliph? *Full name required*.
10. The Arabs read the Greek classics before the medieval Europeans
did. The Latin translation of a Muslim philosopher's
commentaries on Aristotle inspired Thomas Aquinas to reconcile
Aristotle's philosophy with Christianity. Who was this Muslim
philosopher, who lived 1126-98 and was considered a religious
skeptic by some people?
* Game 9, Round 6 - Canadiana - Canadian Organizations
We will read descriptions of some Canadian organizations. Tell us
in each case the name of the organization. In some cases the
wording was taken from the organization's self-descriptions and
therefore does not necessarily reflect the position of the trivia
league, the question setters, and perhaps anyone else outside the organizations themselves. Also, by 2021 even the self-description
may have changed, if the organizations still exist; you can assume
""" marks around every question.
1. Formerly the Canadian Association for the Mentally Retarded,
it is a national, charitable organization dedicated to improving
the quality of life for people who have a mental handicap.
2. It is a voluntary organization of 45,000 Canadian families
who share a commitment to expanding the quality and quantity
of Canadian radio and TV programming.
3. An international organization founded in Canada in 1971.
They carry out peaceful direct actions, environmental advocacy,
political lobbying, and public education to stem the tide of
planetary destruction.
4. This organization is a national, non-partisan citizens'
organization opposed to the Canada-US Free Trade Agreement and
foreign control of Canada. It campaigns to repeal the FTA and
NAFTA and works to build an independent Canada.
5. A registered national arts association, founded in 1966, with
a membership of over 450 professional publishing and performing
poets. Its purpose is to enhance the status of poets and
develop the audience for poetry.
6. Established in 1842, this branch of Natural Resources Canada
is one of Canada's oldest scientific organizations. It provides
geoscientific knowledge about the Canadian landmass and offshore,
and their mineral and energy resources.
7. This organization is based in Waterloo, Ontario, and promotes
research, education, and advocacy relating to peace and
disarmament.
8. This Toronto-based non-profit organization was founded in 1967,
and has about 45,000 members. It promotes free markets,
individual freedom and responsibility under limited government,
and a strong defense force. Stephen Harper is its president;
it publishes a newsletter called "The Bulldog".
9. This Ottawa-based organization represents Canadian business
on public policy issues in Canada and abroad. It consists of
150 chief executives of leading Canadian companies and engages
in research, consultation, and advocacy. Its own president
and CEO is Tom d'Aquino.
10. This Ontario organization was founded in 1797, and was the first
such organization in Canada. Its motto is "Let Right Prevail".
The statute that set it up stated that it should provide the
province with "a learned and honourable body, to assist their
fellow subjects as occasion may require, and to support and
maintain the constitution of the said Province".
These questions were written to be asked in Toronto on 1998-03-30,
and should be interpreted accordingly... For further information...
see my 2020-06-23 companion posting on "Reposted Questions from
the Canadian Inquisition (RQFTCI*)".
I did not write either of these rounds.
* Game 9, Round 4 - Miscellaneous - Islamic Civilization
1. A person is accepted for all intents and purposes as a convert
to Islam if he pronounces and believes the one sentence that
expresses the two essential points of the Muslim faith. What is
this sentence (in English)?
2. We are now living in the 14th century AH, according to the
Muslim dating system. What event does Year 1 of the Muslim
calendar commemorate? If you tell us the Arabic word that the
H stands for, that will be a complete answer. Or else describe
the event and be sufficiently specific (you must mention who
and where).
3. In Muslim law, some non-believers in Islam are officially
tolerated (they are called dhimmi) and given special status
in Muslim countries, but other non-Muslims are not tolerated.
Which non-Muslims are the ones who are tolerated?
4. Medicine in the medieval Muslim world advanced far beyond that
among Europeans. One of its leading practitioners, however,
was not a Muslim and did come from Europe. Name this physician
who was born in Spain, lived 1135-1204 (all dates in this round
are AD as usual, not AH), served as physician to the Sultan
in Egypt, and wrote major works in philosophy, theology, and
biblical commentary.
5. In the 10th century, before there were any universities in
Europe, one was founded in a Muslim city. In addition to its
secular faculties, it had (and still has) the leading theological
school in Sunni Islam. Name either the city or the university.
6. The movement to link Islam with modern politics began in
Egypt in the 1920s. This movement created a (mostly non-violent)
political party. The British, and later Nasser, suppressed
it, but it """still exists""" semi-legally in Egypt and some
other countries. What name do this """currently""" non-violent
movement and its party """still use""" in Egypt? Answer in
English or Arabic, but be sufficiently specific to distinguish
it from any similarly named parties.
7. It is rare that an organized Muslim community has agreed to live
under non-Muslim rulers and laws. The "father of modern
Pakistan" was not a religious Muslim, but he still led many
Muslims out of newly independent India. Who was he?
8. What Egyptian novelist, author of the Cairo Trilogy, won the
Nobel Prize for literature """about 10 years ago"""?
9. Much of the "Arabian Nights" takes place in 9th-century Baghdad,
when the city had 500,000 people (much bigger than any European
city) and the most advanced cultural life west of India.
The caliph who ruled Baghdad 786-809 appears in some of the
"Arabian Nights" stories, wandering the city in disguise at
night. Who was this adventurous caliph? *Full name required*.
10. The Arabs read the Greek classics before the medieval Europeans
did. The Latin translation of a Muslim philosopher's
commentaries on Aristotle inspired Thomas Aquinas to reconcile
Aristotle's philosophy with Christianity. Who was this Muslim
philosopher, who lived 1126-98 and was considered a religious
skeptic by some people?
* Game 9, Round 6 - Canadiana - Canadian Organizations
We will read descriptions of some Canadian organizations. Tell us
in each case the name of the organization. In some cases the
wording was taken from the organization's self-descriptions and
therefore does not necessarily reflect the position of the trivia
league, the question setters, and perhaps anyone else outside the organizations themselves. Also, by 2021 even the self-description
may have changed, if the organizations still exist; you can assume
""" marks around every question.
1. Formerly the Canadian Association for the Mentally Retarded,
it is a national, charitable organization dedicated to improving
the quality of life for people who have a mental handicap.
2. It is a voluntary organization of 45,000 Canadian families
who share a commitment to expanding the quality and quantity
of Canadian radio and TV programming.
3. An international organization founded in Canada in 1971.
They carry out peaceful direct actions, environmental advocacy,
political lobbying, and public education to stem the tide of
planetary destruction.
4. This organization is a national, non-partisan citizens'
organization opposed to the Canada-US Free Trade Agreement and
foreign control of Canada. It campaigns to repeal the FTA and
NAFTA and works to build an independent Canada.
5. A registered national arts association, founded in 1966, with
a membership of over 450 professional publishing and performing
poets. Its purpose is to enhance the status of poets and
develop the audience for poetry.
6. Established in 1842, this branch of Natural Resources Canada
is one of Canada's oldest scientific organizations. It provides
geoscientific knowledge about the Canadian landmass and offshore,
and their mineral and energy resources.
7. This organization is based in Waterloo, Ontario, and promotes
research, education, and advocacy relating to peace and
disarmament.
8. This Toronto-based non-profit organization was founded in 1967,
and has about 45,000 members. It promotes free markets,
individual freedom and responsibility under limited government,
and a strong defense force. Stephen Harper is its president;
it publishes a newsletter called "The Bulldog".
9. This Ottawa-based organization represents Canadian business
on public policy issues in Canada and abroad. It consists of
150 chief executives of leading Canadian companies and engages
in research, consultation, and advocacy. Its own president
and CEO is Tom d'Aquino.
10. This Ontario organization was founded in 1797, and was the first
such organization in Canada. Its motto is "Let Right Prevail".
The statute that set it up stated that it should provide the
province with "a learned and honourable body, to assist their
fellow subjects as occasion may require, and to support and
maintain the constitution of the said Province".
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