Islamic Festivals and Celebrations: Interactive Learning Quizzes for Year 2

Question 1

Why do Muslims make a sacrifice during Eid-ul-Adha?

Accepted Answer

To remember the sacrifice of Ibrahim's son.

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To show gratitude to Allah for his blessings.

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To ask for forgiveness for their sins.

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To celebrate the end of the Hajj pilgrimage.

Question 2

How do Muslim festivals help to keep Islamic traditions and culture alive?

Accepted Answer

They share stories and customs that have been passed down for generations.

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They only bring Muslims together.

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They help people to learn about Islamic history.

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They remind Muslims to worship God.

Question 3

How does Eid-ul-Fitr help Muslims come together as a community?

Accepted Answer

Sharing food and gifts

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Praying alone in mosques

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Listening to speeches about history

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Watching fireworks

Question 4

Which Islamic festival marks the end of Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

Eid-ul-Fitr

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Eid-ul-Adha

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Hajj

Question 5

Where do Muslims pray five times a day?

Accepted Answer

Mosque

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Church

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Synagogue

Question 6

What is the name of the month when Muslims fast during the day?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan

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Shawwal

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Dhu al-Hijjah

Question 7

What is the name of the journey that Muslims make to Mecca?

Accepted Answer

Hajj

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Umrah

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Zakat

Question 8

Which of the following is a major Muslim festival?

Accepted Answer

Eid-ul-Fitr

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Christmas

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Thanksgiving

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Diwali

Question 9

What does the festival of Eid-ul-Fitr celebrate?

Accepted Answer

The end of the fasting month

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The birth of the Prophet Muhammad

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The pilgrimage to Mecca

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The giving of gifts

Question 10

What is NOT a way that Muslims celebrate the festival of Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

Playing sports

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Fasting during the day

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Praying at the mosque

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Eating special foods

Question 11

What is the name of the Islamic New Year?

Accepted Answer

Muharram

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Ramadan

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Shawwal

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Dhu al-Hijjah

Question 12

Which of these is a traditional food eaten by Muslims during the festival of Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

Dates

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Pizza

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Pasta

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Burgers

Question 13

Which of these is not an Islamic festival?

Accepted Answer

Christmas

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Eid-ul-Fitr

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Eid-ul-Adha

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Ramadan

Question 14

What is the name of the month when Muslims fast?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan

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Muharram

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Shawwal

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Dhu al-Hijjah

Question 15

True or False: Eid-ul-Adha is also known as the 'Festival of Sacrifice'.

Accepted Answer

True

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False

Question 16

Which Islamic festival comes at the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting?

Accepted Answer

Eid-ul-Fitr

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Eid-ul-Adha

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Ramadan

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Hajj

Question 17

What kind of patterns are often used in Islamic writing or art?

Accepted Answer

Geometric patterns

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Easy-to-read letters

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Pictures of people and animals

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Patterns from nature

Question 18

The Islamic calendar is based on:

Accepted Answer

The cycles of the moon

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The cycles of the sun

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The seasons of the year

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The days of the week

Question 19

What does the animal sacrifice during Eid-ul-Adha symbolize for Muslims?

Accepted Answer

Obedience to God

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Sharing food

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Kindness to animals

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Fasting

Question 20

In the Islamic calendar, which month is regarded as the most significant?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan

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Eid-ul-Fitr

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Eid-ul-Adha

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Muharram

Question 21

Why do Muslims celebrate Eid-ul-Adha?

Accepted Answer

To remember the great sacrifice made by Prophet Ibrahim

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To mark the end of Ramadan

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To welcome the new year

Question 22

During which month do Muslims fast?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan

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Shawwal

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Dhul-Hijjah

Question 23

Which activity is NOT a common tradition of Eid-ul-Fitr?

Accepted Answer

Playing games

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Going to the mosque for prayers

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Wearing new clothes

Question 24

What is a special greeting used during Eid-ul-Fitr?

Accepted Answer

Eid Mubarak

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Ramadan Kareem

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As-salamu alaykum

Question 25

Why is it important for Muslims to pray together during Eid-ul-Fitr?

Accepted Answer

It shows that Muslims are a community.

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It has been done for many years.

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It is a rule that Muslims must follow.

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It is a lot of fun.

Question 26

Why do Muslims celebrate Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

To mark the day the Quran was first given to the Prophet Muhammad

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To remember the birth of the Prophet Muhammad

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To give thanks for the food that grows

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To celebrate the start of spring

Question 27

Why do Muslims celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr?

Accepted Answer

To mark the end of fasting during Ramadan

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To begin the fasting of Ramadan

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To celebrate the birth of Prophet Muhammad

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To welcome the Islamic New Year

Question 28

Which festival marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting and prayer?

Accepted Answer

Eid-ul-Fitr

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Eid-ul-Adha

Question 29

How do people celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr?

Accepted Answer

Eating special foods and wearing new clothes

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Going on a long vacation

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Decorating trees with lights

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Giving presents to neighbors

Question 30

What special dish is often eaten during Eid-ul-Adha?

Accepted Answer

Lamb Biryani

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Chicken Curry

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Fruit Salad

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Pizza

Question 31

What is the festival that marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

Eid-ul-Fitr

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Eid-ul-Adha

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Mawlid

Question 32

During Eid-ul-Fitr in Malaysia, families enjoy a special meal called 'ketupat'. What is 'ketupat'?

Accepted Answer

A sweet rice dumpling wrapped in woven coconut leaves

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A savory rice dumpling wrapped in banana leaves

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A fried rice dish with vegetables

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A sweet dessert made from coconut milk and sugar

Question 33

Which of the following festivals marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

Eid-ul-Fitr

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Mawlid

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Muharram

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Eid-ul-Adha

Question 34

What is the name of the pilgrimage to Mecca that Muslims are expected to perform at least once in their lifetime?

Accepted Answer

Hajj

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Umrah

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Ramadan

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Zakat

Question 35

Which of the following is a tradition associated with the celebration of Eid-ul-Adha?

Accepted Answer

Sacrificing an animal

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Exchanging gifts

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Lighting fireworks

Question 36

During which month do Muslims observe fasting from sunrise to sunset?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan

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Dhu al-Hijjah

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Muharram

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Shawwal

Question 37

Why do Muslims celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr?

Accepted Answer

To celebrate completing the fast and to ask for forgiveness from God

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To commemorate the pilgrimage to Mecca

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To remember the Prophet Muhammad's birthday

Question 38

What is the main purpose of the Islamic festival of Muharram?

Accepted Answer

To remember the sacrifice and martyrdom of Imam Hussein

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To celebrate the pilgrimage to Mecca

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To mark the end of Ramadan

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To remember the birth of the Prophet Muhammad

Question 39

What is the name of the first month in the Islamic calendar?

Accepted Answer

Muharram

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Dhu al-Hijjah

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Ramadan

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Shawwal

Question 40

After fasting for a month, which Islamic festival is celebrated?

Accepted Answer

Eid-ul-Fitr

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Ramadan

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Mawlid

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Eid-ul-Adha

Question 41

What is the main reason we celebrate Eid-ul-Adha?

Accepted Answer

To remember Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah.

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To mark the start of a new year

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To end Ramadan

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To celebrate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad

Question 42

What is the name of the Islamic calendar?

Accepted Answer

Hijri calendar

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Gregorian calendar

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Julian calendar

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Lunar calendar

Question 43

Which festival is also called the 'Festival of Sacrifice'?

Accepted Answer

Eid-ul-Adha

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Ramadan

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Mawlid

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Eid-ul-Fitr

Question 44

Why is the Kaaba so important during the Hajj?

Accepted Answer

It is the holiest place in Islam.

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It is where Prophet Muhammad was born.

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It is the site of the first mosque.

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It marks the start of the Islamic calendar

Question 45

Which month starts the Islamic calendar?

Accepted Answer

Muharram

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Ramadan

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Shawwal

Question 46

Which Islamic festival marks the end of Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

Eid-ul-Fitr

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Muharram

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Ashura

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Eid-ul-Adha

Question 47

What is the main ritual performed during Eid-ul-Adha?

Accepted Answer

Sacrifice of an animal

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Praying in the mosque

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Fasting

Question 48

What is the name of the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, during which Ramadan is observed?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan

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Muharram

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Dhu al-Hijjah

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Shawwal

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT a reason why Muslims celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr?

Accepted Answer

To mourn the death of the Prophet Muhammad

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To share food and gifts with family and friends

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To celebrate the end of Ramadan

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To give thanks for Allah's blessings

Question 50

What is the traditional greeting exchanged during Eid-ul-Fitr?

Accepted Answer

Eid Mubarak

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Assalamu alaikum

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Ramadan Mubarak

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Happy New Year