AQA GCSE Islam practices

Islamic practices such as prayer, fasting, and Zakah are important according to the Qur'an because:

• They are pillars of Islam and strengthen faith.

• They are optional and can be skipped.

• They are only cultural practices.

• They are not mentioned in the Qur'an.

The phrase 'He is Allah. The One.' signifies which of the following in Islamic teachings?

• Allah is the only God and has no partners.

• Allah is one of many gods.

• Allah is a prophet.

• Allah is a historical figure.

The declaration of faith in the Five Pillars of Sunni Islam is known as:

• Shahadah

• Salat

• Zakat

• Sawm

The pilgrimage to Makkah is called ______ in the Ten Obligatory Acts of Shi'a Islam.

• Hajj

• Umrah

• Zakat

• Sawm

Muslims might use a tool at home to find the direction for prayer. What is this tool?

• Compass

• Sundial

• Thermometer

• Barometer

Fill in the blank: During a Rak'ah, one must stand and ______ God.

• praise

• ignore

• forget

• disobey

What is the action performed to show submission in a Rak'ah?

• Stand and recite the first chapter from the Qur’an

• Bow to show respect to God

• Kneel with the forehead, nose, hands touching the floor

• Stand and praise God

What phrase is recited while sitting during a Rak'ah?

• 'God is the greatest'

• 'Praise be to God'

• 'Peace be upon you'

• 'In the name of God'

Salat-al-Jumu'ah is:

• a daily prayer

• a weekly Friday prayer

• an annual festival

• a monthly gathering

Prayer helps Muslims to do the will of God by:

• strengthening their faith and commitment

• providing financial support

• offering social status

• ensuring physical health