Grade 8 Islamic Education Worksheet (MCQ/MSQ)

Read the statements. (1) The consequence of trustworthiness (amanah) is Paradise for those who fulfill it and Hell for those who betray it. (2) Humans accepted religious duties because of whispers from Satan. (3) Allah’s trust for humankind was first offered to the heavens, earth, and mountains. (4) At first humans were unable to accept Allah’s trust because it was too heavy. Which statements are correct?

• (1) and (3)

• (1) and (4)

• (2) and (3)

• (2) and (4)

Consider the following examples. (1) Worshiping Allah. (2) Entrusting an item to a friend. (3) Being disciplined in maintaining personal health. (4) Returning a borrowed item to a friend. (5) Lending items to a friend in need. Examples of trustworthy (amanah) behavior are shown in which numbers?

• (1), (2), and (3)

• (1), (3), and (4)

• (1), (3), and (5)

• (1), (4), and (5)

Read the statements. (1) Performed in an open field. (2) Consists of two rak‘ahs. (3) Consists of four rak‘ahs. (4) Includes four bowings (rukuk). (5) Includes four takbirs. The statements related to the intended prayer are found in which numbers?

• (1), (2), and (3)

• (1), (2), and (4)

• (2), (3), and (4)

• (2), (4), and (5)

Look at the Arabic words. Which of the following words means tolerance? See the illustration.

• Option A

• Option B

• Option C

• Option D

Read the statements. (1) Everyone has the freedom to accept or reject religious outreach (dakwah). (2) Dakwah is declared successful only when everyone embraces Islam. (3) Tolerance is realized when there is freedom in choosing a religion. (4) Islam forbids coercion in matters of religion. Which statements are correct?

• (1), (2), and (3)

• (1), (2), and (4)

• (1), (3), and (4)

• (2), (3), and (4)

At about 21:00 a father takes Arman to the mosque. The congregation forms rows, and the prayer is performed in two rak‘ahs with two bowings (rukuk) in each rak‘ah. Which prayer is being performed?

• Khusuf (eclipse prayer)

• Tasbih

• Istisqa’

• Janazah

Read the statements. (1) Performing the five daily prayers. (2) Studying diligently and sincerely. (3) Being disciplined in time management. (4) Working hard to provide for one’s family. Examples of fulfilling trust (amanah) toward Allah are shown by which numbers?

• (1) and (2)

• (1) and (3)

• (2) and (3)

• (2) and (4)

Illustration: One day Andi leaves his bicycle with Arman for safekeeping while his family travels out of town for quite a long time. Arman stores Andi’s bicycle in a warehouse and never uses it—he just keeps it there. What is the correct view of Arman’s attitude?

• Arman is trustworthy simply because he received Andi’s deposit.

• Arman’s behavior is correct because he does not use Andi’s bicycle for his own interest.

• Arman should periodically check the bicycle to ensure its safety.

• Arman may use the bicycle because it was deposited with him.

Illustration: In Class VIII D there are several students who follow religions other than Islam, including Kristin. She is close friends with Yuni, Yuli, Siti, and Rita. The appropriate attitude toward Kristin is which of the following?

• Rita tells Kristin that Islam is easy so she will be interested in learning it.

• Yuli invites Kristin to study at the local Qur’an Learning Center.

• Siti answers religious questions that Kristin asks her.

• Yuni invites Kristin to Islamic Education class so she will get guidance.

Narrative: One form of tolerance is respecting the beliefs and symbols of other religions. Islam prohibits mocking the beliefs and symbols of others. The benefit (hikmah) of tolerance is the following, except which one?

• Muslims avoid being mocked by people of other religions.

• A peaceful society emerges.

• Other religions can be made equal to Islam.

• People live together in peace and harmony.