Islam Basics

Islam teaches that Jews and Christians are "People of the Book" because they ___________

• have holy writings given by God.

• believe in education for everyone

• follow the same rules of daily life

• like to tell stories in their worship

Islam, Judaism, and Christianity have much in common including

• their belief in polytheism

• the same people in their sacred texts

• the same dietary restrictions

• similar dress code requirements

Which of these would most likely be found in the Sunnah?

• rulings by Islamic judges

• poems by the angel Gabriel

• guidance from Muhammad

• the lives of the early caliphs

To which question would Muslims answer, "Muhammad"?

• who is God in human form?

• Who is the messenger of God?

• Who was an angel sent by God?

• Who was God's warrior on Earth?

Why would a Muslim say the following quote, "There is no other god, but God."

• to emphasize their involvement in the jihad

• to follow the laws of the Shari'ah

• to dishonor Muhammad's son

• to affirm/emphasize their belief in Monotheism

For Muslims, praying five times a day is an act that emphasizes ______________

• fairness

• courage

• kindness

• discipline

Why do mosques all over the world have fresh, flowing water?

• as a symbol of an oasis

• for drinking during a fast

• for washing before prayer

• as a way to understand God

A chart listing the Five Pillars of Islam would include which ONE of the following:

• study the Qur'an

• Give to the needy

• honor your parents

• observe the Sabbath

The third pillar of Islam is "zakat", which means "purifying your earnings". Muslims observe this pillar by _________

• sharing their wealth

• not eating after sunset

• washing each other's feet

• confessing their sins in public

How is daily life different for Muslims during Ramadan?

• they repeat the shahadah

• they have many large parties

• they do not eat during the day

• the gather for midday prayers