Islam and Peace

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sacred texts are central to understanding peace in Islam?

• Torah and Talmud

• Qur'an and Hadith

• Vedas and Upanishads

• Bible and Psalms

Open Ended

Why is it important to study how peace is expressed through sacred texts such as the Qur'an and Hadith in Islam?

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about peace in the Qur'an are correct?

• One of Allah's names is 'As Salaam', meaning peace.

• The Qur'an refers to Islam as 'the paths of peace'.

• The Qur'an encourages aggressive war to spread Islam.

• The Qur'an describes reconciliation as a basic stance.

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According to the Qur'an, peace is the rule and

is only an exception.

Multiple Choice

What does the term 'Jihad' primarily refer to in its proper usage according to Islamic teachings?

• Aggressive war

• Striving or struggling to submit to Allah

• Spreading Islam by force

• Political leadership

Multiple Choice

In the early years of Islam, what stance did Muslims in Makkah adopt under persistent threats of persecution and harassment?

• Aggressive retaliation

• Pacifist stance

• Offensive war

• Total surrender

Open Ended

Outline the principal teachings about peace in Islam as described in the Qur'an and Hadith.

Multiple Choice

According to the slides, which of the following was NOT a reason for the initial peaceful relations between Muslims and Jews in Madinah?

• Muhammad forged an alliance of cooperation and friendship with the Jews

• Muslims assured Jews of their freedom of religion

• The two domains 'dar al Islam' and 'dar al Harb' were already established

• Muslims assured Jews of their security in the Muslim world

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements accurately reflect the context and interpretation of Qur'anic verses regarding the use of force?

• The Qur'an endorses aggression against all non-Muslims

• The Qur'an permits fighting only in self-defense or against oppression

• Hostility should cease if the aggressors stop their aggression

• The Qur'an supports pre-emptive strikes only when there is clear evidence of an imminent attack

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the four situations where an Islamic state is justified in using force, according to the slides?

• To overcome oppression where there is denial of religious freedom

• When individual Muslims and their property are under attack from another group in the community

• To expand territory for economic gain

• To subdue rebellion against legitimate authority within an Islamic state

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Muslims believe that without the responsible use of force, there would be chaos and the triumph of

in the community.

Open Ended

Explain how two religious traditions guide individuals in achieving inner peace. Provide specific examples from each tradition.

Multiple Choice

According to Islamic teachings, what is the first step for Muslims in achieving inner peace?

• To be at peace with others

• To be at rest with one's own desires and ambitions

• To have peace with the world around

• To be at peace with nature

Multiple Choice

According to Islamic teachings, what is the primary goal of Islam as described in the slides?

• Submission to Allah

• Achieving wealth

• Conquering other lands

• Gaining knowledge

Open Ended

Explain how the practice of zakat contributes to inner peace for Muslims.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered pillars of Islam based on the slides?

• Shahada (witness of faith)

• Salat (ritual prayer)

• Zakat (almsgiving)

• Meditation

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of the pilgrimage (hajj) in Islam as described in the slides?

• To visit the Ka'bah in Makkah and worship on Mount Arafat

• To gain wealth

• To escape from daily life

• To learn new languages

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The period of fasting for Muslims is during the month of

.

Open Ended

Discuss how TWO religious traditions contribute to world peace, as outlined in the lesson objectives.

Open Ended

How do media organisations in Australia contribute to the misconceptions about Islam, according to the slides?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a source of misconception about Islam in Australia?

• Prejudice from fear of the unknown

• Political conflicts in the Middle East

• Direct experience with Muslim Australians

• Media influence

Multiple Select

Which of the following are ways Muslim groups in Australia contribute to world peace, as described in the slides?

• Providing opportunities for people to become familiar with Muslim values

• Working closely with other religious organisations

• Participating in violent protests

• Addressing underlying causes of conflict

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Muslim organisations in Western countries often publish statements on their websites to oppose the activities of extremist

Multiple Choice

Which sacred texts are studied to understand peace in Islam?

• Torah and Talmud

• Qur'an and Hadith

• Bible and Psalms

• Vedas and Upanishads

Open Ended

How do the Qur'an and Hadith contribute to the understanding of peace in Islam?