Topic 2.1.2: Islamic Teachings Quiz

What type of religion is Islam?

• Polytheistic

• Monotheistic

• Pantheistic

• Atheistic

What is the Quran, and what beliefs does it present?

• It is a sacred text, and it presents the belief in one God and human responsibility for actions

• It is a historical text, and it presents the belief in multiple gods

• It is a philosophical book, and it presents the belief in reincarnation

• It is a poetry collection, and it presents the belief in nature worship

According to the Quran, who was Mohammad?

• He was a philosopher

• He was a God's greatest prophet

• He was a warrior

• He was a king

What does the Quran contain according to Muslims?

• Fictional stories

• Sacred word of God as revealed to Muhammad

• Scientific theories

• Historical events

How does the Quran influence Arab society?

• It emphasizes honesty, generosity, and social justice

• It encourages violence and discrimination

• It promotes dishonesty and injustice

• It has no influence on Arab society

How does the Quran help unite Muslims around the world?

• By promoting division and conflict

• By discouraging communication and interaction

• By emphasizing the importance of individual beliefs

• By providing a shared language and common beliefs

Explain the “Five Pillars of Islam” below.

• 1. Declaration of faith, 2. Praying to multiple gods, 3. Giving charity to the rich, 4. Fasting from sunset to sunrise, 5. Making a pilgrimage to Jerusalem

• 1. Declaration of faith, 2. Praying five times a day towards Mecca, 3. Giving charity to the poor, 4. Fasting during Ramadan, 5. Making a pilgrimage to Mecca.

• 1. Declaration of faith, 2. Praying to idols, 3. Giving charity to the needy, 4. Fasting during Christmas, 5. Making a pilgrimage to Bethlehem

• 1. Declaration of faith, 2. Praying to nature, 3. Giving charity to the homeless, 4. Fasting during Easter, 5. Making a pilgrimage to Mecca

Why were Jews and Christians considered “people of the book” by Muslims?

• Because they were considered inferior to Muslims

• Because they were considered superior to Muslims

• Because they were not allowed to practice their religions

• Because they worshiped the same God and had earlier revelations

How were “people of the book” treated within Muslim societies?

• They were heavily discriminated against

• They cohabited, and were able to practice their religion as long as they payed their taxes.

• They were not allowed to practice their religions at all

• They were given equal rights and privileges

Recall prior information. Compare and contrast how Muslim were treated in Christian societies, and vice versa.

• Both Muslims and Christians were heavily discriminated against in each other's societies

• Both Muslims and Christians were given equal rights and privileges in each other's societies

• Muslims were heavily discriminated against in Christian societies, while Christians cohabited and were able to practice their faith in Muslim societies

• Muslims were given equal rights and privileges in Christian societies, while Christians were heavily discriminated against in Muslim societies