Islamic History and Contributions: A 7th Grade Assessment

What is the origin of Islam?

• Ancient Egypt
• Medieval Europe
• Arabia in the 7th century
• Ancient Greece

Who is considered the founder of Islam?

• Jesus
• Moses
• Abraham
• Muhammad

What is the holy book of Islam called?

• The Bible
• The Torah
• The Vedas
• The Quran

What term describes the belief in one God?

• Polytheism
• Atheism
• Pantheism
• Monotheism

Which city is considered the holiest in Islam?

• Jerusalem
• Medina
• Mecca
• Baghdad

What language is the Quran written in?

• Hebrew
• Latin
• Greek
• Arabic

What are the basic acts of worship in Islam called?

• The Ten Commandments
• The Five Pillars of Islam
• The Seven Sacraments
• The Four Noble Truths

What is the Sunnah in Islam?

• A holy city
• A type of prayer
• The practices and teachings of Muhammad
• A religious festival

Which of these is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

• Prayer
• Fasting
• Pilgrimage to Mecca
• Learning Arabic

What ancient instrument did Islamic scholars use to study astronomy?

• Telescope
• Microscope
• Compass
• Astrolabe