What is the meaning of jihad for Muslims?

the struggle to do the will of Allah

How was the Qur’an written?

the Angel Gabriel recited the words of Allah to Muhammad

Why did the Sunni branch break from the Shi’ite branch of Islam?

they thought the best leader should be Muhammad’s successor

Which of the following is NOT a birth ritual for Muslims...

Parents whisper the proclamation of faith (Shahadah)

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WR 35 // Ch. 6 // Islam

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Review quiz for Islam as per Chapter 6 of Alberta's World Religions 35 textbook.

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1
What is the Muslim calendar based on?
the anniversary of Muhammad’s death
the solar cycle
the movement of the stars
the lunar cycle
2
Which of the following is NOT a source for determining shariah law?
the Hadith
the Qur'an
the Sunna
the Fatwa
3
In terms of the number of followers, Islam is the _________ religion in the world.
second largest
fourth largest
third largest
largest
4
What is the meaning of jihad for Muslims?
the struggle of doing a pilgrimage
the struggle to fit into society
the struggle against unbelievers
the struggle to do the will of Allah
5
How was the Qur’an written?
the Angel Gabriel recited the words of Allah to Muhammad
Muhammad wrote down his own thoughts
Muhammad wrote down thoughts inspired by Allah
the Angel Gabriel gave Muhammad a guide of what to write
6
Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?
wearing hijab
giving to the poor (almsgiving)
pilgrimage
fasting
7
Can Muslims eat shellfish?
Yes, it is halal
Yes, it is haram
No, it is haram
No, it is halal
8
How do Muslims view Jesus in Islam?
an important prophet
God in human form
the son of God
Muhammad's brother
9
Why did the Sunni branch break from the Shi’ite branch of Islam?
they thought the best leader should be Muhammad’s successor
they thought a blood relative should be Muhammad’s successor
they disagreed on the interpretation of the Sunna
they disagreed on the interpretation of the Qur’an
10
Which is considered the holiest place for Muslims?
the Hajj
the Kaaba
the Khalifa
the Hijra
11
What is the name of this Muslim dress?
hijab
abaya
niqab
burqa
12
Around what time was the prophet Muhammad born?
500 CE
500 BCE
1000 CE
0 B/CE
13
What is the name for the ritual prayer done 5 times a day?
imam
adhan
salat
jumu’ah
14
What is the name of this Muslim head covering?
hijab
abaya
niqab
burqa
15
Which of the following is NOT a birth ritual for Muslims...
A naming ceremony is held
Parents whisper the call to prayer (adhan)
Parents whisper the proclamation of faith (Shahadah)
All of these are Muslim birth rituals

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