Major Islamic Traditions: Sunni, Shia, and Sufi

Question 1

Which of these is not a major branch of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Christianity

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Sunni

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Shia

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Sufi

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental belief in Islam, as outlined in the Six Articles of Faith?

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Belief in reincarnation as a cycle of rebirth

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Belief in the oneness of God

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Belief in angels and prophets as messengers from God

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Belief in a final judgment day where individuals are accountable for their deeds

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a pillar of Islam?

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Belief in the Oneness of God

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Prayer

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Fasting

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Pilgrimage

Question 4

Which belief is NOT shared by Sunni Muslims?

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Ali is the rightful successor to Muhammad

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Muhammad is the final prophet

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The Quran is the word of God

Question 5

What belief distinguishes Shia Islam from Sunni Islam?

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Imams are infallible spiritual leaders.

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The Quran is the only source of religious authority.

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Daily prayers are not required for practicing Muslims.

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Hadith collections have no religious significance.

Question 6

Which belief sets Shia Islam apart from Sunni Islam?

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Imams as infallible and divinely guided

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Quran as the only religious authority

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Rejection of Hadith as religious guidance

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Daily congregational prayers at the mosque

Question 7

Which branch of Islam has the largest number of adherents?

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Sunni

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Ibadi

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Shia

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Ahmadiyya

Question 8

The key difference in belief between Sunni and Shia Muslims revolves around:

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The rightful successor to Prophet Muhammad

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The interpretation of the Quran

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The importance of ritual prayers

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The role of women in religious leadership

Question 9

Which Islamic tradition emphasizes the importance of mystical experiences and personal connection with God?

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Sufi

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Shia

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Sunni

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Ibadi

Question 10

The majority of the world's Shia Muslim population is concentrated in:

Accepted Answer

Iran

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Pakistan

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Saudi Arabia

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Egypt

Question 11

The annual pilgrimage to Mecca required of all able-bodied adult Muslims is known as:

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Hajj

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Umrah

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Tawaf

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Zakat

Question 12

The central sacred text of Islam, believed to contain the revelations of God, is called the:

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Quran

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Sharia

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Hadith

Question 13

Which Islamic tradition emphasizes the use of reason and logic in interpreting religious texts?

Accepted Answer

Sunni

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Ibadi

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Shia

Question 14

Which fundamental belief unites all Muslims?

Accepted Answer

Belief in the oneness of God and the prophethood of Muhammad

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The importance of pilgrimage to Mecca

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The requirement of daily prayer

Question 15

The Sunni tradition is known for its:

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Emphasis on the first four caliphs' authority

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Rejection of the Hadith's authenticity

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Belief in the return of the twelfth imam

Question 16

Who is NOT a central figure in the Shia tradition?

Accepted Answer

Abu Bakr

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Husayn

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Ali

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Mehdi

Question 17

Sufism is primarily a:

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Mystical branch within Islam

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Political movement

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Sect that has separated from Islam

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Legalist school of thought

Question 18

Which practice is commonly associated with Sufis?

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Meditation and chanting

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Wearing distinctive clothing

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Adhering strictly to religious law

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Participating in political activism

Question 19

The primary cause of the Sunni-Shia split was:

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The succession after the Prophet Muhammad

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Divergences in religious doctrine

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Geographic factors

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Political rivalries

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Salafi movement?

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Tolerance for diversity within Islam

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Rejection of innovation

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Strict adherence to the Quran and Sunnah

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Emphasis on political engagement

Question 21

According to Muslims, what is the Quran?

Accepted Answer

The revealed word of God

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A collection of Islamic laws

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A guide for spiritual guidance

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A historical account of Muhammad's life

Question 22

Which belief distinguishes Ahmadiyya Muslims?

Accepted Answer

Belief in Mirza Ghulam Ahmad as the promised Messiah

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Emphasis on Sufism

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Rejection of the Hadith