Islam: Beliefs, Practices, and History for Year 7

Question 1

Who is recognized as the founder and prophet of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Moses

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Jesus

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Abraham

Question 2

What is the name of the holy book in Islam?

Accepted Answer

The Quran

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Hadith

Question 3

Who is considered the prophet sent by God to establish the religion of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Moses

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Jesus Christ

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Abraham

Question 4

In Islam, what is the name of the holy book that Muslims believe contains the word of God?

Accepted Answer

The Quran

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Vedas

Question 5

Who is recognized as the founder and Prophet of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Moses

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Jesus

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Abraham

Question 6

In Islam, which book is believed to contain God's revelations to Muhammad?

Accepted Answer

The Quran

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Vedas

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam, which are essential practices for Muslims?

Accepted Answer

Giving to those in need

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Prayer

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Fasting

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Pilgrimage to Mecca

Question 8

Which practice is part of the Five Pillars of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Praying towards Mecca regularly

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Going to a mosque every week

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Following a vegetarian diet

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Celebrating Christmas and Easter

Question 9

Who is widely recognized as the founder of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Abraham

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Moses

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Jesus

Question 10

Who is known as the founder of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Abraham

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Moses

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Jesus

Question 11

Which of the following is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, the core practices of the Muslim faith?

Accepted Answer

Praying five times a day

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Attending church every Sunday

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Giving money to the needy

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Reading the Bible

Question 12

Who is known as the founder of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Abraham

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Moses

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Jesus

Question 13

In Islam, who is believed to be the last and final prophet?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Jesus Christ

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Moses

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Siddhartha Gautama

Question 14

Who is considered the founder of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Abraham

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Jesus

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Moses

Question 15

Which of these is a core practice in Islam?

Accepted Answer

Prayer

Accepted Answer

Almsgiving

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Baptism

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Meditation

Question 16

Which of these is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam, which are essential practices in the Islamic faith?

Accepted Answer

Belief in God

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Prayer

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Charity

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Fasting during Ramadan

Question 17

Who is the founder and central prophet of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Abraham

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Moses

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Jesus

Question 18

Which practice is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Tithing

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Prayer

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Fasting

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Pilgrimage

Question 19

Who is believed to be the final prophet in Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Abraham

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Moses

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Celebrating Christmas, the birth of Jesus

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Saying the Shahada, the declaration of faith

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Performing the Hajj, the pilgrimage to Mecca

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Giving Zakat, the obligation to donate to charity

Question 21

Which of these is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam, the most important actions Muslims must do?

Accepted Answer

Jihad (holy war)

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Salah (daily prayers)

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Zakat (charity)

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Sawm (fasting)

Question 22

Which practice is NOT commonly shared by most Muslims?

Accepted Answer

Meditating as a central religious practice

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Believing in one God (Allah)

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Following the Five Pillars of Islam

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Seeking guidance from the Quran and Hadith

Question 23

According to Muslims, what makes the Quran unique?

Accepted Answer

It is believed to be the only holy book written directly by God.

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It combines teachings from various religions, including Christianity and Judaism.

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It is a historical record of the Prophet Muhammad's life.

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It is written in a language only scholars can comprehend.

Question 24

Which statement is NOT part of the Shahada, the declaration of faith in Islam?

Accepted Answer

The Quran is the only true book

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There is no God but Allah

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Muhammad is the messenger of Allah

Question 25

In Islam, who is believed to be the one and only God?

Accepted Answer

Allah

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Muhammad

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Gabriel

Question 26

In Islam, who is believed to be the only God?

Accepted Answer

Allah

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Muhammad

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Gabriel

Question 27

According to Islamic belief, what is the primary and unique attribute of Allah?

Accepted Answer

Allah is the creator and sustainer of the universe, holding ultimate power and authority.

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Allah is primarily a physical being, with a human form and gender.

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Allah is one of many gods in a pantheon, with limited influence and abilities.

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Allah is a minor deity, subordinate to other more powerful gods.

Question 28

Which of these is NOT a Pillar of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Helping the needy

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Praying five times a day

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Fasting during Ramadan

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Pilgrimage to Mecca

Question 29

Where did Prophet Muhammad receive the first revelations that formed the basis of the Quran, according to Islamic tradition?

Accepted Answer

In Makkah, while meditating in a cave on Mount Hira.

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In Medina, after leaving Makkah.

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In Jerusalem, during a pilgrimage.

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In Baghdad, during the Abbasid Caliphate.

Question 30

In Islam, what is the fundamental belief about the Quran?

Accepted Answer

The Quran is considered the direct word of God.

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The Quran is a collection of stories passed down over time.

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The Quran is a record of Muhammad's teachings.

Question 31

Which of the following is **not** one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Learning the Quran

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Prayer (Salat)

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Fasting during Ramadan

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Pilgrimage to Mecca (Hajj)

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Circling the Kaaba

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Prayer

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Giving to charity

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Fasting during Ramadan

Question 33

Which act of worship do Muslims consider the most important?

Accepted Answer

Daily prayers

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Fasting during Ramadan

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Giving to charity

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Pilgrimage to Mecca

Question 34

Which belief is central to Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad is the last prophet sent by God.

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Multiple gods exist and should be worshipped.

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There is no afterlife or judgment day.

Question 35

Which practice is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Baptism

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Prayer (Salat)

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Giving to the needy (Zakat)

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Fasting during Ramadan

Question 36

Muhammad was both a religious and political leader. How did he manage to fulfill this dual role?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad founded Islam and established the political system for the early Muslim community.

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Muhammad focused solely on spreading Islam and left political matters to others.

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Muhammad used his political power to spread Islam by force.

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Muhammad's religious and political roles were completely separate.

Question 37

In Islam, the term 'Jihad' has multiple meanings. What are these different interpretations?

Accepted Answer

Jihad has multiple meanings, including both personal spiritual struggles and the use of force in certain situations.

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Jihad only means physical battles fought against non-Muslims to protect and spread Islam.

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Jihad only refers to personal spiritual struggles and has nothing to do with external actions or conflicts.

Question 38

Which of these describes the historical setting when Islam emerged and spread?

Accepted Answer

C. An era of cultural decline and division in the Arabian Peninsula

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A. A time of great wealth and stable governments in the Middle East

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B. A period of religious acceptance and harmony between faiths

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D. A time of fast technological progress and scientific discoveries

Question 39

How have different interpretations of the Quran contributed to the emergence of diverse Islamic legal schools of thought?

Accepted Answer

Different schools emphasize different parts of the Quran, leading to different legal rulings.

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Legal schools arose due to geographical and cultural factors, not Quranic interpretation.

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All Islamic legal schools interpret the Quran identically, resulting in the same legal rulings.

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Legal schools only use the Hadith, not the Quran, for their legal frameworks.

Question 40

How did the teachings of Islam contribute to the advancement of science and medicine?

Accepted Answer

Islam encouraged the pursuit of knowledge and experimentation.

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It discouraged the translation of ancient scientific texts.

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It limited scientific research to religious scholars only.

Question 41

What is ijtihad and how does it help shape Islamic law and practices?

Accepted Answer

Ijtihad is the process of using reason to interpret Islamic sources like the Quran and Hadith to make decisions about new issues or change existing practices.

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Ijtihad is the belief that Islamic law is fixed and cannot be changed.

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Ijtihad is the practice of following the traditions and customs of early Muslims.

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Ijtihad is the belief that only the Quran can be used as a source of Islamic law.

Question 42

Which Islamic principle aims to create unity and lessen economic gaps between people?

Accepted Answer

Zakat: Donating a portion of wealth to the needy

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Tawhid: Belief in one God

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Hajj: Annual pilgrimage to Mecca

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Jihad: Fighting for Islam's cause

Question 43

What is the holy book of Islam called?

Accepted Answer

The Quran

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Vedas

Question 44

Who is considered the founder of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

Answer

Jesus

Answer

Moses

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Buddha

Question 45

What is the first of the Five Pillars of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Prayer

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Charity

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Fasting

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Pilgrimage

Question 46

Which of the following is a core belief of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Monotheism

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Trinity

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Reincarnation

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Polytheism

Question 47

What is the name of the holy city in Saudi Arabia that is home to the Kaaba?

Accepted Answer

Mecca

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Jerusalem

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Medina

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Damascus

Question 48

Which of the following is a traditional greeting used by Muslims?

Accepted Answer

As-salamu alaykum

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Shalom

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Ave Maria

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Namaste

Question 49

What is the name of the annual pilgrimage to Mecca that is a requirement for able-bodied Muslims?

Accepted Answer

Hajj

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Eid al-Fitr

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Eid al-Adha

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Ramadan

Question 50

What were the two main factors that contributed to the spread of Islam during the 7th century?

Accepted Answer

A and C

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Trade relations

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Missionary activity

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Military conquest

Question 51

Who established the religion of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Jesus

Answer

Moses

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Buddha

Question 52

What is the sacred book of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Qur'an

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Torah

Answer

Bible

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Vedas

Question 53

Who was the first leader of the Muslim community after the Prophet Muhammad's passing?

Accepted Answer

Abu Bakr

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Umar

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Uthman

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Ali

Question 54

What calendar do Muslims use?

Accepted Answer

Lunar calendar

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Solar calendar

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Gregorian calendar

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Julian calendar

Question 55

Which of these is a significant celebration for Muslims?

Accepted Answer

Eid-ul-Fitr

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Christmas

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Hanukkah

Answer

Diwali

Question 56

What is the name of the Islamic legal system?

Accepted Answer

Sharia

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Halal

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Kosher

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Canon law

Question 57

What is the art form known for its intricate and decorative writing in Islam?

Accepted Answer

Illumination

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Miniature painting

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Mosaic

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Stained glass

Question 58

Who is considered the founder and prophet of Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

Answer

Jesus Christ

Answer

Moses

Answer

Abraham

Question 59

What is the name of the holy book of Islam?

Accepted Answer

The Quran

Answer

The Bible

Answer

The Torah

Answer

The Vedas

Question 60

What is the name of the annual pilgrimage to Mecca required of all able-bodied Muslims?

Accepted Answer

Hajj

Answer

Ramadan

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Eid al-Adha

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Umrah

Question 61

Which of the following is a belief held by Muslims?

Accepted Answer

There is only one God (Allah).

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Jesus is the son of God.

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The pope is the head of the church.

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There are many gods.

Question 62

What is the name of the largest mosque in the world?

Accepted Answer

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

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The Great Mosque of Mecca

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The Prophet's Mosque

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The Al-Aqsa Mosque

Question 63

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Islamic art?

Accepted Answer

Human figures

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Geometric patterns

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Floral motifs

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Calligraphy

Question 64

What is the name of the Islamic calendar?

Accepted Answer

The Hijri calendar

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The Gregorian calendar

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The Julian calendar

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The Chinese calendar