Islamic Quiz

What is the first pillar of Islam, Shahadah?

• Fasting from dawn to dusk

• Giving 2.5% of wealth to those in need

• A statement of faith, "There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is his messenger."

• Performing a pilgrimage to Mecca

How many times a day do Muslims pray as part of Salah?

• 3 times

• 5 times

• 7 times

• 2 times

What is the third pillar of Islam, Zakah?

• Fasting from dawn to dusk

• Giving 2.5% of wealth once a year to those in need

• Performing a pilgrimage to Mecca

• Praying five times a day

During which month do Muslims fast as part of Sawm?

• Dhul Hijjah

• Shawwal

• Ramadan

• Muharram

What is the fifth pillar of Islam, Hajj?

• Fasting from dawn to dusk

• Giving 2.5% of wealth to those in need

• Performing a pilgrimage to Mecca

• Praying five times a day

What is the significance of the 27th day of Ramadan, known as the Night of Power?

• It marks the end of Ramadan

• It is the day when the Qur'an was revealed

• It is the day of the Prophet Muhammad's birth

• It is the day of the Prophet Muhammad's death

What is Ashura and how is it observed by Shia Muslims?

• It marks the end of Ramadan; Shia Muslims fast for three days

• It marks the death of the Prophet Muhammad; Shia Muslims pray all night

• It marks the death of the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, Hussain; Shia Muslims may lightly injure themselves and wear black

• It marks the birth of the Prophet Muhammad; Shia Muslims celebrate with feasts

What is the purpose of the festival of Id-ul-Fitr?

• To mark the beginning of Ramadan

• To celebrate the end of Ramadan and reward fasting

• To commemorate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad

• To celebrate the pilgrimage to Mecca

What is the significance of Id-ul-Adha?

• It marks the end of Ramadan

• It celebrates the actions of Ibrahim and is the most important festival of Hajj

• It commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad

• It marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year