WorksheetsAdab of seeking knowledge
Total questions: 33
Worksheet time: 17mins
What is the most important intention (Ikhlas) when seeking knowledge?
To become famous
To earn money
To please Allah
To win debates
According to Surah Al-‘Alaq (96:1), learning should begin with:
A question
The name of Allah (Bismillah)
A class discussion
A lecture
Ibn al-Mubarak taught that after having the right intention, the next step in seeking knowledge is:
Teaching others
Listening and taking notes
Asking questions
Graduating
Why should we avoid seeking knowledge for leadership or wealth?
It is not practical
It’s discouraged by schools
It spoils sincerity and intention
It makes learning faster
What does the story of Prophet Musa (A.S.) in Surah Al-Kahf teach about seeking knowledge?
Stay local to learn
Avoid long journeys
Be determined, even if the path is hard
Never ask questions
What verse shows Prophet Musa’s determination to seek wisdom?
Surah Al-Alaq 96:1
Surah Al-Mujadilah 58:11
Surah Al-Kahf 18:60
Surah Al-Hujurat 49:2
What did Prophet Musa (A.S.) say in Surah Al-Kahf 18:66 that shows humility?
“I already know this.”
“May I follow you so that you may teach me…”
“I don’t need your help.”
“You are not my teacher.”
What quality allows a student to continue learning from others?
Pride
Leadership
Humility
Competition
According to Imam Al-Shafi’i, which of these is NOT one of the six traits for gaining knowledge?
Intelligence
Patience
Entertainment
Guidance from a teacher
What is the value of patience in seeking knowledge, as shown in Surah Al-Kahf 18:67-69?
It is optional
It helps only in math
It allows deep understanding
It slows learning
Which verse tells us to ask scholars if we don’t know something?
Surah Al-Kahf 18:66
Surah An-Nahl 16:43
Surah Al-Alaq 96:1
Surah Al-Hujurat 49:2
Why is it important to learn from qualified scholars?
They are always kind
They are famous
They explain and organize knowledge correctly
They teach for free
What behavior should you show in a gathering for learning?
Sit at the back and whisper
Make space and avoid disrupting
Correct the teacher loudly
Ignore other students
Which verse encourages making space for others in gatherings?
Surah Al-Alaq 96:1
Surah Al-Kahf 18:60
Surah Al-Mujadilah 58:11
Surah An-Nahl 16:43
How does Surah Al-Hujurat 49:2 guide us in showing respect?
It reminds us to lower our voice near the Prophet or scholars
It tells us to be loud and bold
It says to correct people publicly
It says to leave class early
What did Imam Malik advise students to learn before knowledge itself?
Time management
Debate skills
Adab (Good Manners)
Financial literacy
Why is asking questions with adab important?
It keeps class short
It helps retain knowledge and shows respect
It avoids correction
It saves energy
What is a key benefit of having proper adab in learning?
Faster memorization
Higher pay
True wisdom and understanding
Getting into better schools
What does “adab” mean in the context of knowledge seeking?
Test preparation
Good manners and ethics
Language learning
Group projects
Why is Revelation (Al-Wahy) still the ultimate guide in seeking knowledge?
It is more poetic
It is popular
It comes from Allah and defines all other knowledge
It is easier to understand than science
A student studies all night but forgets to say “Bismillah” before opening a book. What adab (manner) is missing?
Respect
Sincere intention (Ikhlās – doing it for Allah)
Time management
Memorization skills
A student gets upset and gives up when learning becomes hard. What adab is lacking?
Curiosity
Respect for teachers
Patience and perseverance (Sabr)
Quick thinking
A teenager brags about knowing more than the teacher. What are they forgetting?
Speed of learning
Humility (Tawāduʿ)
Time-saving skills
Research techniques
What should you do if a scholar’s class is full but you still want to attend?
Walk out
Push to the front
Make space for others (Adab in gatherings)
Argue for your seat
You’re in a lecture and someone is asking too many questions loudly. What’s the best adab to follow?
Join in loudly
Record the person
Stay quiet and respectful so others can benefit
Leave the room
A student chooses a popular YouTuber over a trusted scholar for Islamic knowledge. What adab principle should they remember?
Entertainment is better
Seek knowledge from authentic scholars (Surah An-Nahl 16:43)
Internet learning is best
Personality matters most
If a child asks “Why do we have to pray?” in a rude tone, what’s the lesson in adab?
Don’t answer at all
Laugh and ignore it
Teach how to ask questions with adab
Avoid spiritual topics
You correct your teacher in front of everyone to show your knowledge. Which adab is violated?
Proper dress
Respect for teachers (Tawqīr al-ʿUlamā')
Class timing
Test rules
A friend says he studies just to win debates online. Which intention is missing?
Learning goals
Patience
Sincerity (Ikhlās – seeking Allah’s pleasure)
Vocabulary
Which of these is the best way to show adab when asking a question?
Yell across the room
Speak kindly and wait your turn
Ask as many questions as possible at once
Use sarcasm to sound clever
What world situation shows strong motivation like Prophet Musa (A.S.) in Surah Al-Kahf 18:60?
Skipping school due to rain
Walking far to attend a class because you value learning
Complaining about homework
Learning only when it’s easy
A student sits in front of a learned elder and asks gently, “Can you help me understand this topic?” This reflects:
Self-confidence
Debate preparation
Humility and respect for scholars
Leadership training
What real-life habit shows someone values both knowledge and adab?
Copying someone’s notes
Posting answers online without checking
Studying with intention and listening respectfully in class
Memorizing facts with no context
