Islamic Culture Quiz

What is the first pillar of Islam, which is the declaration of faith?

• Zakat

• Salat

• Shahada

• Hajj

During Ramadan, what is the term for the pre-dawn meal Muslims consume before they begin fasting?

• Iftar

• Suhur

• Eid

• Zakat

Eid al-Fitr is celebrated at the end of Ramadan to mark the end of fasting. What does Eid al-Fitr literally mean?

• Festival of Sacrifice

• Festival of Breaking the Fast

• Festival of Lights

• Festival of Giving

Which Muslim scientist is known as the father of early modern optics?

• Al-Khwarizmi

• Ibn Al-Haytham

• Al-Biruni

• Avicenna

Which of the following celebrities is Muslim?

• Zayn Malik

• Justin Bieber

• Taylor Swift

• Katy Perry

In Muslim pop culture, which television series has been praised for its portrayal of Muslim-American life?

• Friends

• The Office

• Ramy

• Brooklyn Nine-Nine

Which country has the largest Muslim population in the world?

• Saudi Arabia

• Iran

• Indonesia

• Pakistan

What is the second pillar of Islam, which is the practice of prayer five times a day?

• Zakat

• Salat

• Shahada

• Hajj

During Ramadan, what is the meal called that breaks the fast after sunset?

• Iftar

• Suhur

• Eid

• Zakat

What is the fourth pillar of Islam, which is the giving of alms to the poor and needy?

• Zakat

• Salat

• Shahada

• Hajj