The scholars of Transoxiana and Khwarazm
Answers are for parents and teachers.
1
Tabulate the birth year, place and one work of five scholars.
Al-Khwarizmi 783; al-Farghani 797; al-Farabi 873; al-Biruni 973; Ibn Sina 980.
2
Explain the origin of the words “algorithm” and “algebra” in 3 sentences.
Algebra — from “al-jabr”; algorithm — from al-Khwarizmi’s name.
3
Explain three causes of the rise of science.
Stability, trade and crafts, rulers’ patronage, translation and libraries.
4
Write 3 sentences about the history of the Ma’mun Academy (1004, 1017).
Formed in 1004; after 1017 scholars were taken to Ghazna.
5
Read (or find a short note on) a work by one scholar and write your thoughts.
A personal answer.