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What is forbidden in Islamic art and architecture?
calligraphy
floral patterns
human figures
plants
2
The large gardens that are a part of the entry to the Taj symbolize
the graves of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal
place of rest for tourists
place for animals to get water
paradise/heaven
3
The sacred text of Islam
New Testament
Puja
Quran
Rig Veda
4
Kirpan is the belief that
one should fight against injustice.
one should wear a steel bracelet symbolizing the Oneness.
one should wear a comb as a symbol of cleanliness.
hair is a gift from God and a symbol of one's faith.
5
Muhammad and his followers were persecuted and fled to
Hijab
Hajj
Medina
Karbala
6
The name "Islam" comes from the Arabic word for ___________________.
Submission
God
Piety
Religion
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Muslims are expected to make a pilgrimage to Makkah(Mecca) known as the ______________.
Hajj
Hijab
Hijri
Jihad
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Belief in ONE God
Polysyllabic
Polytheism
Monotone
Monotheism
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What is true about the Taj Mahal's structure?
It makes use of the number 3
It is rectangular
It is symmetrical
It follows Buddhist tradition
10
The 5 K's are
external symbols of the Sikh faith
foundation beliefs
rules or principles for living
external symbols of the faith of Islam
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Karra is the belief that
one should fight against injustice.
hair is a gift from God and a symbol of one's faith.
one should wear a steel bracelet symbolizing the Oneness.
one should wear a comb as a symbol of cleanliness.
12
What is the name of the holy city where Muhammad lived, and towards which Muslims pray?
Damascus
Mecca
Rome
Bethlehem
13
The difference between "Islam" and "Muslim" is Islam is a follower, Muslim means the religion.
False
True
14
Ramadan is also considered a time for
rewards for hard work.
for kids to receive candy.
gift giving
spiritual reflection and family.
15
Which of the following is one of the Five Pillars of Islam?
Pray 4 times a day
Fast during Ramadan
Take pilgrimage to South Asia
Give to government
16
A tall/slender tower outside a mosque.
minaret
corinth
arch
buttress
17
How many years did it take for the Taj Mahal to be built?
20
21
22
23
18
The Sikh place of worship is called
Golden Temple
Guru Nanak
Guru Granth
Gurdwara
19
The Profession of Faith is
declaration of belief in one God
belief in the word of God
belief in service and community
belief in Islam
20
Which of the following is an example of a modern arranged marriage?
introduced by friends, dating, traditional wedding rituals
introduced by families, but the couple decides
all of these
families using internet dating sites to find matches
21
The Taj Mahal was built by the
Mughals
Mauryans
Dravidians
Aryans
22
The Angel Gabriel told Muhammed to do what?
Write
Recite
Fight
Take flight
23
Muslim duties are referred to as the _______________________.
Five Pillars
Five Arches
Big Five
Five Points
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What does "Shah Jahan" mean?
Crown of the Palace
Ruler of the World
Beloved of the Palace
Respected Emperor
25
The art of beautiful handwriting.
Arabesque
Floral Patterns
Tesselation
Calligraphy
26
Which of the following is similar belief of Islam and Sikhism?
praying 5 times a day
polytheism
wearing turban
monotheism
27
While not practiced by all, the kaccha is the value placed on
community
service
self control
meditation
28
What does Ramadan commemorate?
religious persecution of Muhammad and his followers
When the Quran was revealed to Muhammad
the flight from Makkah to Medina
acknowledging the belief in One God
29
Kangha is the belief that
one should wear a comb as a symbol of cleanliness.
one should fight against injustice.
one should wear a steel bracelet symbolizing the Oneness.
hair is a gift from God and a symbol of one's faith.
30
The Taj Mahal is an example of architecture of which religion?
Islam
Jainism
Buddhism
Hinduism
31
The largest Muslim population in the world today is found in
Indonesia
India
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
32
Who is the Prophet of Islam?
Moses
Jesus
Muhammad
Nanak
33
Instead of human figures, Islamic art and architecture incorporate
large structures
animals
small structures
geometric designs
34
Kesh is the belief that
one should fight against injustice.
hair is a gift from God and a symbol of one's faith.
one should wear a comb as a symbol of cleanliness.
one should wear a steel bracelet symbolizing the Oneness.
35
What was the name of the rectangular shaped building in the center of Makkah (Mecca)?
Kabalah
Hajj
Kaaba
Abba
36
What is the Taj Mahal?
a mausoleum
a palace
a marketplace
a restaurant
37
Taj Mahal is located in
Agra, India
Kathmandu, Nepal
New Delhi, India
Varanasi, India
38
Why is family such a strong cultural value in South Asia?
it just is
family is an extension of yourself
the individual is more important than the group
other Asians value family
39
Muslim means one who seeks peace through submission to God.
False
True
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Who is the first Guru of 10 in Sikhism?
Shiva
Mahavira
Guru Nanak
The Awakened One
