Islamic World Crossword

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  1. 3. Mughal ruler known for tolerance and strong leadership
  2. 5. Empire that lasted for centuries and captured Constantinople
  3. 8. branch of math expanded by Muslim scholars
  4. 10. Turkish rulers who governed alongside the Abbasids, handling the military and political power
  5. 11. Persian empire known for strong culture and Shi’a Islam
  6. 12. Ottoman ruler who conquered Constantinople
  7. 13. branch of Islam believing leadership should stay within Muhammad’s family
  8. 16. collection of Middle Eastern stories and legends
  9. 18. early Islamic dynasty focused on conquest and Arab dominance
  10. 19. leader who founded the Ottoman Empire
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  1. 1. tall towers on mosques used to call people to prayer
  2. 2. White marble tomb built by a Mughal emperor
  3. 4. busy market where goods are bought and sold
  4. 6. Ottoman sultan called “the Magnificent”
  5. 7. Indian empire that blended Persian and Indian traditions
  6. 9. Abbasid capital and center of learning
  7. 14. young founder of the Safavid Empire
  8. 15. dynasty that led the Golden Age of Islam and was more tolerant and diverse
  9. 17. largest branch of Islam, believing leaders should be chosen by the community
  10. 20. Muslim place of worship