TeachWhizz

Scholars of the House of Wisdom

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
1 views0 downloads

About This Worksheet

This worksheet explores the role and significance of scholars at the House of Wisdom, encouraging students to understand key vocabulary and concepts related to this historic centre of learning.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#House of Wisdom
#Standard
#Vocabulary & Concepts
#Scholars
#Define key terms related to the House of Wisdom and its scholars
#Compare different scholars' contributions
#Explain the importance of the House of Wisdom in world history
#Outline key concepts associated with medieval and Islamic scholarship

Worksheet Preview

Full preview • 8 questions

Scholars of the House of Wisdom

Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
Name:
Date:
TeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizz

Untitled Worksheet

Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Vocabulary and Concepts of the House of Wisdom

Source A: Excerpt from a history textbook

'The House of Wisdom in Baghdad was a major intellectual centre during the Islamic Golden Age. It attracted scholars from around the world who contributed to various fields such as mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and philosophy.'

Source B: Statement from a modern historian

'Scholars at the House of Wisdom played a crucial role in preserving and enhancing knowledge, which later influenced the European Renaissance.'

1.
Define the term 'scholar' as used in the context of the House of Wisdom. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
2.
Compare the roles of scholars at the House of Wisdom with those in medieval Europe. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Explain why the House of Wisdom was important for world history. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Outline some of the key fields of study associated with the scholars at the House of Wisdom. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
5.
Write a brief explanation of how the scholars contributed to the Islamic Golden Age. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Compare the influence of the House of Wisdom on later European science with its influence on Islamic culture. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
7.
Outline the significance of translation work done by scholars at the House of Wisdom. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
8.
Analyse how the work of scholars at the House of Wisdom contributed to the development of science and learning worldwide. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

Quick Actions

What is Remix?

Create a new worksheet based on this one. Change the grade level, topic, number of questions, or difficulty - then generate a fresh version.

  • • Change grade level (Grade 6 → Grade 7)
  • • Swap topics (Harry Potter → Macbeth)
  • • Add more questions (10 → 15)
  • • Adjust difficulty

Details

Created
1/1/2026
Updated
1/1/2026
Type
worksheet
Report this resource

Related Worksheets

Essay Planning: The Role of Convicts in Colonization

Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
📝 9q

Timeline & Chronology of Convicts in Commonwealth Colonization

Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
📝 8q

Understanding Convicts in Colonization: Vocabulary & Concepts

Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
📝 0q

Interpretations of Convict Labour in Colonization

Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
📝 7q
Back to Library