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WorksheetsQuestions on Historical Events
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
What did Abu Bakr assure al-Khattab regarding the visit to Ka'bah?
They would go there and perform tawaf.
They would not go there this year.
They would go there next year.
They would never go there.
What did the Messenger of Allah do after drawing up the treaty?
Sacrificed a camel and shaved his head.
Went to Makkah immediately.
Declared a victory.
Built a new mosque.
How did the Muslims feel after leaving Madinah with the intention of entering Makkah?
Beaten and crushed.
Excited and hopeful.
Angry and rebellious.
Indifferent and calm.
What was the truce of Hudaybiyyah considered as, according to Allah?
A clear victory.
A humiliating defeat.
A temporary setback.
An uncertain outcome.
Who was the man that escaped from the Quraysh and fled to the coast?
Abu Jandal ibn Suhayl
Abu Basir 'Utbah ibn Usayd
The Messenger of Allah
A Quraysh leader
What was the outcome of the Hudaybiyyah treaty for idol worshippers and Muslims?
It caused more conflicts between them.
It allowed them to mix and appreciate each other.
It led to the idol worshippers leaving Makkah.
It resulted in the Muslims leaving Madinah.
What did the Quraysh leaders worry about after the treaty?
Losing their wealth
The influence of Muslims
The safety of their caravans
The strength of their army
What did the Quraysh request from the Prophet regarding the men from Makkah?
To return them to Makkah
To keep them in Madinah
To send them to Syria
To imprison them
Who was called the 'Sword of Allah'?
Khalid ibn al-Walid
'Amr ibn al-'As
Caesar
Muqawqis
Which region did Khalid ibn al-Walid conquer?
Egypt
Syria
Makkah
Madinah
Who was the conqueror of Egypt mentioned in the text?
Khalid ibn al-Walid
'Amr ibn al-'As
Chosroes
Arabian princes
What event brought Khalid ibn al-Walid and 'Amr ibn al-'As to Madinah?
The conquest of Makkah
The Treaty of al-Hudaybiyyah
The invitation to accept Islam
The battle of Badr
What was the purpose of the letters written by the Messenger of Allah to foreign sovereigns and Arab chieftains?
To declare war
To invite them to accept Islam
To request trade agreements
To seek alliances
What did the Messenger of Allah use to ensure the letters were accepted by foreign kings?
A golden seal
A silver signet ring
A royal decree
A diplomatic envoy
Which Byzantine emperor was contacted by the Messenger of Allah?
Heraclius
Chosroes Parvez
The Negus
Muqawqis
How did Heraclius respond to the letters he received?
He ignored them
He declared war
He gave courteous replies
He sent gifts
What was the agreement between the two parties regarding war?
To continue fighting for ten years
To abandon war for ten years
To fight only during the day
To abandon war for one year
Who was Abu Jandal supposed to be returned to?
The idol worshippers
The Prophet
The Quraysh
The Muslims
What was the reaction of the Muslims to the terms of the truce?
They were happy
They were indifferent
They were distressed
They were confused
What was Heraclius's reaction when he heard Abu Sufyan's answers?
He was certain that Muhammad was the Prophet of Allah.
He was doubtful and skeptical.
He ignored the information completely.
He decided to attack immediately.
What did Heraclius command the Roman generals to do after hearing Abu Sufyan?
To shut the doors of the castle.
To prepare for war.
To send a message to Muhammad.
To hold a feast.
How did the Romans react to Heraclius's declaration about the Prophet?
They disliked it and tried to leave.
They celebrated joyfully.
They immediately agreed.
They were indifferent.
What did Heraclius say to the Romans after seeing their reaction?
He despaired of their faith.
He praised their loyalty.
He encouraged them to fight.
He dismissed them.
What was the outcome of Heraclius's preference for his kingdom over Islam?
He lost both his kingdom and his power.
He gained more territory.
He formed an alliance with the Muslims.
He became a Muslim leader.
What was the reaction of Chosroes, the emperor of Persia, when he read the letter?
He was pleased and sent gifts.
He tore it up indignantly.
He ignored it completely.
He laughed and dismissed it.
Who did Chosroes command to bring the Messenger of Allah to him?
Babawayh
Shirawayh
Badhan
Muqawqis
What did the Messenger of Allah predict about Chosroes' kingdom?
It would become more powerful.
It would be shattered by Allah.
It would remain unchanged.
It would expand to new territories.
Who was given power to kill Chosroes according to the Messenger of Allah?
Babawayh
Shirawayh
Badhan
Muqawqis
What was promised to those who made the Pledge at Hudaybiyyah?
Victory and booty
Peace and prosperity
Land and wealth
Freedom and independence
Where is Khaybar located in relation to Madinah?
Seventy miles northeast
Fifty miles southwest
Eighty miles northwest
Sixty miles southeast
What was Khaybar known for?
A Jewish colony with citadels
A Muslim trading center
A Christian pilgrimage site
A Roman military base
Why did the Messenger of Allah want to secure Khaybar?
To prevent Jews from stirring up Arab tribes
To establish a new trade route
To build a new city
To find a place for Muslim refugees
What did 'Amir ibn al-Akwa' recite while traveling with the Messenger of Allah?
A poem about nature
Verses about guidance and resistance
A story about past battles
A song about friendship
How many men were in the army led by the Messenger of Allah?
500 men
1,000 men
1,400 men
2,000 men
What did the Messenger of Allah do when he approached Khaybar?
He immediately attacked
He prayed for benefits and sought refuge
He sent a messenger ahead
He negotiated with the leaders
What was the sign that there were believers among the inhabitants of a locality?
A flag was raised
A song was sung
The adhan was heard
A light was seen
Who was the first fortress conquered by the Messenger of Allah and his army?
Na'im
Marhab
Khaybar
Medina
What did the Messenger of Allah say about the man who would take the standard?
He will be the strongest warrior.
He will conquer the fort.
He will be the wisest leader.
He will be the richest man.
What happened to 'Ali ibn Abi Talib's eyes before he received the standard?
They were inflamed and then cured.
They were blinded permanently.
They were unaffected.
They were injured in battle.
What did the Messenger of Allah say was better than having red camels?
Guiding one man to the faith
Conquering a fortress
Winning a battle
Receiving a treasure
What did the Abyssinian slave do when he saw the Jews taking up arms?
He ran away with the sheep.
He joined the Jews in the battle.
He took his sheep to the Messenger of Allah.
He hid the sheep in a cave.
What was the slave promised if he testified and believed in Allah?
Wealth and prosperity.
A long life.
Entry into Paradise.
Freedom from slavery.
What did the Messenger of Allah instruct the slave to do with the sheep?
Sell them in the market.
Abandon them in the field near the fort.
Return them to the master immediately.
Keep them for himself.
What did the slave's master discover after the sheep returned?
The slave had stolen the sheep.
The slave had become a Muslim.
The sheep were lost.
The slave had run away.
What did the Bedouin initially receive from the Messenger of Allah?
A share of the booty
A new horse
A piece of land
A title of honor
What was the Bedouin's true wish when he followed the Messenger of Allah?
To become wealthy
To be shot with an arrow and enter Paradise
To gain a high rank
To travel the world
What did the Messenger of Allah do when the Bedouin's body was brought to him?
He ignored it
He shrouded it with his own cloak and recited the funeral prayer
He sent it back to the family
He ordered a grand funeral
What condition was set for the Jews of Khaybar to remain in their land?
They had to leave immediately.
They had to give half of their crops and fruit to the Muslims.
They had to convert to Islam.
They had to pay a large sum of money.
Who was sent to Khaybar to divide the produce each year?
Zaynab bint al-Harith
Sallam ibn Mishkam
'Abdullah ibn Rawahah
The Messenger of Allah
What was the reaction of the Messenger of Allah when he tasted the poisoned mutton?
He ate it all.
He spat it out immediately.
He asked for more.
He did not notice the poison.
Why did Zaynab bint al-Harith put poison in the mutton?
To test if he was really a Prophet.
To make the food taste better.
To follow a tradition.
To win a bet.
What did Zaynab confess to the Messenger of Allah?
She wanted to help him.
She wanted to kill him.
She wanted to follow him.
She wanted to leave the city.
What was the response of the Messenger of Allah when his companions asked if they should kill Zaynab?
He agreed to kill her.
He said to imprison her.
He said no, and she was set free.
He said to exile her.
What happened to Bishr ibn al-Bara' ibn Ma'rur after eating the mutton?
He became a leader.
He fell ill but recovered.
He died a painful death.
He was unharmed.
What did the Jews of Wadi'l-Qura decide to do when invited to Islam?
They immediately accepted.
They decided to fight the Muslims.
They ignored the invitation.
They moved to another place.
What did the Messenger of Allah do with the possessions handed over by the Jews?
He destroyed them.
He returned them to the Jews.
He took them as booty and divided them among his companions.
He sold them to others.
What did the Muslims do when they set out for Makkah?
They performed Hajj.
They performed 'umrah.
They built a mosque.
They stayed in the mountains.
According to the Qur'an, what was promised to the Messenger?
Entering the Holy Mosque in fear.
Entering the Holy Mosque in security.
Building a new mosque.
Leaving Makkah permanently.
How did Islam change the perception of baby daughters?
They were considered a burden.
They were seen as precious arrivals.
They were ignored.
They were sent away.
Who took care of Umamah, the little daughter of Hamzah, after the Prophet left Makkah?
Zayd
Ja'far
Fatimah
Ali
What did the Messenger of Allah say about a maternal aunt?
A maternal aunt is like a sister.
A maternal aunt is like a mother.
A maternal aunt is like a guardian.
A maternal aunt is like a friend.
What did he say to comfort 'Ali?
You are like me in character and appearance.
You are my brother and my mawla.
You are mine and I am yours.
You are my friend and companion.
How did he describe Ja'far?
You are my brother and my mawla.
You are mine and I am yours.
You are like me in character and appearance.
You are my friend and companion.
What did he say to Zayd?
You are mine and I am yours.
You are like me in character and appearance.
You are my brother and my mawla.
You are my friend and companion.
Who was sent with a letter to Shurahbil ibn 'Amr al-Ghassani?
al-Harith ibn 'Umayr al-Azdi
Zayd ibn Harithah
Ja'far ibn Abi Talib
Heraclius
What was the reaction of Shurahbil ibn 'Amr al-Ghassani to the letter?
He welcomed the envoy.
He ignored the letter.
He ordered the envoy to be beheaded.
He sent a reply.
What was the consequence of the envoy's assassination?
It was ignored by the Messenger of Allah.
A military force was sent to Busra.
The envoy was replaced.
A peace treaty was signed.
Who was appointed as the commander of the military force sent to Busra?
Heraclius
Shurahbil ibn 'Amr al-Ghassani
Zayd ibn Harithah
al-Harith ibn 'Umayr al-Azdi
Who was in charge if Ja'far fell during the battle?
Talib
Zayd ibn Harithah
Heraclius
Abdullah ibn Rawahah
What did the Muslims decide to do when they heard about the strength of the enemy at Ma'an?
Retreat immediately
Write to the Messenger of Allah
Attack without delay
Surrender to the enemy
What was the main message of Abdullah ibn Rawahah's speech?
To retreat and avoid battle
To fight based on the strength of numbers
To fight with the religion Allah honored them with
To seek reinforcements from allies
Where did the Muslims take up positions to face the Roman and Arab forces?
Ma'an
al-Balqa'
Mu'tah
Medina
What did Ja'far do when he was hemmed in by the enemy?
He surrendered immediately.
He jumped off his horse and fought on foot.
He ran away from the battlefield.
He called for reinforcements.
How many wounds did Ja'far receive before he fell?
Fifty
Seventy
Ninety
One hundred
What did 'Abdullah ibn Rawahah do after Ja'far was killed?
He retreated from the battlefield.
He held the standard aloft and continued fighting.
He negotiated with the enemy.
He called for a ceasefire.
Why did Khalid ibn al-Walid decide to withdraw the Muslim army southwards?
To attack the enemy from behind.
To avoid confrontation and fighting in the dark.
To seek reinforcements.
To surrender to the enemy.
What was the reaction of the Romans to Khalid's technical skills?
They decided to pursue the Muslim army.
They were impressed and wanted to ally with him.
They decided not to pursue the Muslim army.
They ignored his skills and continued fighting.
Who took the standard after Zayd during the battle?
Anas ibn Malik
Ja'far
Ibn Rawahah
Khalid
What did Allah give Ja'far in place of the two hands he lost?
A sword
A shield
Two wings
A crown
What was Ja'far called after receiving two wings?
The Great Warrior
The Brave Leader
Ja'far at-Tayyar
The Mighty King
What did the Messenger of Allah say about the returning army?
They were victorious
They were runaways
They were come-agains
They were defeated
What was the purpose of purifying the Ka'bah according to the text?
To make it a place of trade
To turn it into a museum
To make it a blessed place of guidance for the world
To use it as a fortress
Who entered into an alliance with the Quraysh according to the Peace Treaty of Hudaybiyyah?
Banu Khuza'ah
Banu Bakr
The Messenger of Allah
The people of Makkah
What was the result of the longstanding hostility between Banu Bakr and Banu Khuza'ah?
They became allies
They ignored each other
Banu Bakr settled an old score against Banu Khuza'ah
They signed a new treaty
Who attacked the Banu Khuza'ah by night?
Banu Bakr
Quraysh
Abu Sufyan
Amr ibn Salim
What did the Quraysh provide to the Banu Bakr during the skirmish?
Food
Weapons
Horses
Money
Who went to the Messenger of Allah to seek help for the Khuza'ah?
Abu Sufyan
Amr ibn Salim al-Khuza'i
Banu Bakr
Quraysh leaders
What did the Messenger of Allah do after hearing about the attack on the Khuza'ah?
Sent a man to Makkah
Ignored the plea
Declared war
Offered a treaty
What was the Quraysh's response to the offer to redress their offense?
Thoughtful
Impulsive
Grateful
Indifferent
Why did Abu Sufyan's daughter roll up the carpet when he tried to sit on it?
She thought the carpet was too good for him.
She wanted to clean the carpet.
She was angry with him.
She did not want him to sit on the Messenger of Allah's carpet.
What was Abu Sufyan's reaction when his daughter rolled up the carpet?
He laughed.
He agreed with her.
He said she had been spoiled.
He left immediately.
Who did Abu Sufyan try to persuade to speak to the Messenger of Allah on his behalf?
Abu Bakr, 'Umar, 'Ali, and Fatimah
Only Abu Bakr
Only 'Umar
Only Fatimah
What did the Messenger of Allah ask the Muslims to do in preparation for the expedition?
Announce it to everyone
Keep it a secret
Write it down
Tell the Quraysh
Who did the Messenger of Allah meet on the way, who was also his cousin?
Abu Sufyan ibn al-Harith
Al-'Abbas ibn 'Abdu'l-Muttalib
Marr az-Zahran
Yusuf
What did the Messenger of Allah say to Abu Sufyan ibn al-Harith when he followed 'Ali's advice?
Have no fear this day. Allah will forgive you.
You must leave immediately.
You are not welcome here.
Return to your people.
Why did Abu Sufyan ibn al-Harith feel ashamed in front of the Messenger of Allah?
Because of his past behavior
Because he was late
Because he was not invited
Because he was lost
What did Abu Sufyan ibn Harb say when he saw the campfires?
I have never seen so many fires or such an army.
This is a small gathering.
The fires are too dim.
We should put out the fires.
What did the Messenger of Allah ask Abu Sufyan to acknowledge?
That there is no god but Allah
That he should join the army
That he should leave Makkah
That he should become a leader
What was the condition for safety declared by the Messenger of Allah?
Entering the house of Abu Sufyan
Joining the army
Leaving Makkah
Becoming a leader
What did the Messenger of Allah instruct his army regarding the use of arms in Makkah?
Not to use arms unless met with opposition
To use arms freely
To attack everyone
To use arms only at night
