Unit 3 Mini Test Review

Founder of Christianity

• Muhammad

• Buddha

• Jesus Christ

• Moses

Answer explanation

Jesus Christ is recognized as the founder of Christianity, as his teachings and life form the basis of the religion. The other figures listed, such as Muhammad and Buddha, are associated with different religions.

Founder of Islam

• Prophet Muhammad

• Jesus

• Moses

• Abraham

Answer explanation

The founder of Islam is Prophet Muhammad, who received revelations from Allah that form the basis of the religion. Other figures like Jesus, Moses, and Abraham are important in various religious contexts but are not founders of Islam.

Founder of Judaism

• Abraham

• David

• Solomon

• Moses

Answer explanation

Abraham is considered the founder of Judaism as he established the covenant with God, which is central to Jewish belief. His role as the patriarch marks the beginning of the Jewish faith.

Christian holy book

• Bible

• Vedas

• Torah

• Quran

Answer explanation

The Christian holy book is the Bible, which contains the Old and New Testaments. The Vedas are sacred texts of Hinduism, the Torah is central to Judaism, and the Quran is the holy book of Islam.

Islam's holy book

• Quran

• Vedas

• Bible

• Torah

Answer explanation

The Quran is the holy book of Islam, believed to be the word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. The other options—Vedas, Bible, and Torah—are sacred texts of Hinduism, Christianity, and Judaism, respectively.

Which is NOT a Pillar of Islam?

• Zakat- charity

• Saum- fasting during the week of Ramadan

• Salah- prayer

• Shahada- announce belief

Answer explanation

Saum refers to fasting during Ramadan, but it is not one of the Five Pillars of Islam. The correct term for fasting is 'Sawm'. The other options, Zakat, Salah, and Shahada, are indeed recognized Pillars.

Which King and Queen ended the peaceful coexistence between Christians, Jewish people, and Muslims in Spain.

• Queen Mary and King William

• Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand

• Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

• Cleopatra and Marcus Aurelius

Answer explanation

Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand, through the Reconquista and the Alhambra Decree, ended the coexistence of Christians, Jews, and Muslims in Spain, leading to the expulsion of Jews and the persecution of Muslims.

What was Justinian's Code?

• Justinian's Code is a compilation of Roman law and legal interpretations established by Emperor Justinian I.

• A religious text outlining Christian doctrines.

• A set of military strategies used by the Byzantine Empire.

• A collection of Greek poetry and philosophy.

Answer explanation

Justinian's Code, established by Emperor Justinian I, is a comprehensive compilation of Roman law and legal interpretations, serving as a foundation for legal systems in many modern countries.

Muslims pray facing what holy object in Mecca?

• The Dome of the Rock

• Kaaba

• Mount Arafat

• Al-Masjid an-Nabawi

Answer explanation

Muslims pray facing the Kaaba, a cube-shaped structure in Mecca, which is considered the most sacred site in Islam. It is the focal point of prayer and pilgrimage for Muslims worldwide.

Which city is the holiest for Christians and Jewish people, but the third holiest for Muslims?

• Mecca

• Rome

• Cairo

• Jerusalem

Answer explanation

Jerusalem is considered the holiest city for Christians and Jews due to its religious significance, including sites like the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Western Wall. For Muslims, it is the third holiest city after Mecca and Medina.