The Kaaba

Where is the Kaaba located?

• Medina, Saudi Arabia

• Cairo, Egypt

• Mecca, Saudi Arabia

• Jerusalem, Israel

In what time period was the Kaaba rededicated by Muhammad?

• 6th century

• 7th century (631-632 C.E.)

• 8th century

• 10th century

What is the primary material used to construct the Kaaba?

• Gold and marble

• Red sandstone

• Granite masonry

• Limestone and iron

What is the height of the Kaaba?

• 10 meters

• 13 meters

• 15 meters

• 40 meters

What is the function of the Kaaba for Muslims?

• A royal tomb

• A symbol of wealth and power

• To establish the direction of prayer and serve as a pilgrimage site

• A location for royal feasts

How many times a day do Muslims pray toward the Kaaba?

• Three times

• Five times

• Ten times

• Once a day

What is the name of the cloth that covers the Kaaba?

• The Kiswa

• The Kiswah

What is the cloth that covers the Kaaba called?

• The Rida

• The Kiswah

• The Kisar

• The Kubbah

What is inscribed on the Kiswah?

• Decorative patterns

• Verses from the Quran

• The names of early Muslim leaders

• Stories from the Hadith

What important religious event takes place at the Kaaba?

• The birth of Muhammad

• The annual pilgrimage (Hajj)

• The death of a caliph

• The celebration of Eid al-Fitr