Shariah Rules

1. What is the main idea of a Sharia rule?

• It is how Islamic law guides the actions of Muslims.
• It is a story about prophets.
• It is a type of prayer.
• It is a cultural tradition.

2. Who is considered an 'accountable' (Mukallaf) person in Islam?

• A sane, adult, and free Muslim.
• Any Muslim person.
• A Muslim child learning the Quran.
• Someone who leads prayers in the mosque.

3. What are the two primary sources from which Sharia rules are taken?

• The Holy Quran and the authentic Sunnah.
• Islamic history books and scholars' writings.
• Cultural practices and family traditions.
• The Gospels and the Torah.

4. Which type of Sharia rule describes an action that a Muslim MUST do?

• Duty (Wajib / Fard).
• Advisable (Mustahabb).
• Permitted (Mubah).
• Disliked (Makrooh).

5. If a Muslim fails to perform a Wajib (Duty) act without a valid reason, what is the consequence?

• They commit a sin.
• They receive a reward.
• Nothing significant happens.
• The act becomes Disliked (Makrooh).

6. Which of these actions is an example of a Wajib (Duty)?

• Performing the five daily prayers.
• Giving extra charity (Sadaqah).
• Avoiding wasting water during Wudu'.
• Playing video games.

7. What is the definition of an 'Individual Duty' (Fard Ayn)?

• An obligation required of every single accountable Muslim.
• An obligation required only from certain community members.
• An action that is optional but highly recommended.
• An action that is better to avoid.

8. What is the characteristic of a 'Collective Duty' (Fard Kifayah)?

• If enough Muslims do it, the obligation is met for everyone.
• It is an optional act with extra reward.
• It is a duty that only applies to leaders.
• It is an act that is discouraged.

9. Which of these is an example of a Collective Duty (Fard Kifayah)?

• Learning specific skills needed by the community (e.g., medicine).
• Fasting during the month of Ramadan.
• Being kind and respectful to elders.
• Praying Witr after Isha prayer.

10. What does the Sharia rule 'Advisable' (Mustahabb) mean?

• An action good to do for reward, but not sinful to miss.
• An action that is required for all Muslims.
• An action where you have a choice with no reward or sin.
• An action that is better to avoid but not forbidden.