Crash Course Religions: Islam

What unique challenge did Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor face while in space?

• Maintaining a balanced diet

• Operating the spacecraft

• Communicating with Earth

• Finding a way to pray in zero gravity

What significant event marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar?

• The revelation of the Qur'an

• The Hijrah to Medina

• The birth of Muhammad

• The first Hajj

What was the main cause of the split between Sunni and Shia Muslims?

• Disagreement over the rightful caliph

• Geographical separation

• Cultural differences

• Different interpretations of the Qur'an

Which practice is common among Sufi Muslims?

• Pilgrimage to Jerusalem

• Whirling dances

• Animal sacrifices

• Daily fasting

Which era is known for significant advancements in art, mathematics, and astronomy in the Islamic world?

• The Enlightenment

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Islamic Golden Age

• The Renaissance

What is the Shahada in Islam?

• A type of prayer

• A religious festival

• A declaration of faith

• A pilgrimage

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

• Jihad

• Hajj

• Salat

• Zakat

What is the purpose of fasting during Ramadan?

• To prepare for the Hajj

• To celebrate the end of the year

• To create space for reflection and family time

• To lose weight

What is the significance of the Kaaba in Islam?

• It is a religious text

• It is the burial place of Muhammad

• It is the direction Muslims face during prayer

• It is a mosque in Medina

What is the term for the Islamic community?

• Hadith

• Jum'ah

• Ummah

• Sawm