WorksheetsQuiz on Early Islamic History
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
During which year of Prophethood did Quraysh intensify their persecution against Muslims?
3rd year
5th year
6th year
10th year
What was the main reason Quraysh decided to boycott Banu Hashim and Banu al-Muttalib?
They refused to pay taxes to Quraysh
They continued to protect Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
They attacked Quraysh’s trade caravans
They migrated to Abyssinia
Where did the Muslims and the Prophet’s clan take refuge during the boycott?
Cave Hira
Darul Arqam
Shib Abi Talib
Thawr
How long did the social and economic boycott against the Prophet’s clan last?
6 months
1 year
2 years
3 years
What miraculous event led to the tearing down of the boycott agreement?
A strong wind destroyed the scroll
Termites ate up the parchment except Allah’s name
It caught fire mysteriously
It was washed away by rain
Who was among the first strong supporters of Islam who accepted the faith in the 6th year of Prophethood?
Abu Sufyan
Umar ibn al-Khattab
Amr ibn al-As
Khalid ibn al-Walid
Where did early Muslims secretly gather to learn Islam and pray in Mecca?
Masjid al-Ḥarām
House of Khadijah
Dar al-Arqam
Cave Thawr
The first migration to Abyssinia occurred on the 5th year of prophethood under whose leadership?
Uthman ibn Affan
Abu Bakr
Jafar ibn Abu Talib
Hamza ibn Abdul-Muttalib
Who was the Christian ruler of Abyssinia who gave refuge to Muslims?
Heraclius
Negus (An-Najāshī)
Caesar
Muqawqis
Which two Qurayshi envoys were sent to Abyssinia to demand Muslims’ return?
Abu Lahab and Abu Jahl
Amr ibn al-‘As and Abdullah ibn Abi Rabi‘ah
Abu Sufyan and Ikrimah ibn Abi Jahl
Walid ibn al-Mughirah and Utbah ibn Rabi‘ah
In which year of prophethood did the “Year of Sorrow” occur?
8th year
9th year
10th year
11th year
Why is that year known as the “Year of Sorrow”?
The Prophet ﷺ was kicked out of Taif
The Prophet ﷺ lost two of his greatest supporters
The Muslims were exiled from Mecca
The Qur’an ceased to be revealed
Who were the two individuals whose deaths caused deep grief to the Prophet ﷺ during that year?
Abu Bakr and Khadijah
Abu Talib and Khadijah
Abu Talib and Hamzah
Abbas and Fatimah
How did Abu Talib support the Prophet ﷺ during his lifetime?
By supporting him financially
By protecting him from Quraysh
By joining the Muslims
By writing poems
What change occurred in Quraysh’s attitude after Abu Talib’s death?
They became more lenient
They proposed peace treaties
They increased their insults and physical abuse
They accepted Islam secretly
Which incident showed Quraysh’s emboldened disrespect after the deaths of Abu Talib and Khadijah?
Throwing dust and insults at the Prophet ﷺ
Destroying Muslims’ property
Capturing young Muslims
Closing Masjid al-Haram to Muslims
Why did the Prophet ﷺ decide to travel to Taif after the Year of Sorrow?
To visit relatives
To seek support and protection from another tribe for his mission
To trade goods
To migrate permanently
Which tribe did the Prophet meet in Taif?
Thaqeef
Aws
Khazraj
Quraysh
How did the leaders of Taif respond to the Prophet’s invitation to Islam?
They welcomed him warmly
They politely declined
They mocked and rejected him
They secretly accepted Islam
Who accompanied the Prophet on his journey to Taif?
Abu Bakr
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Zayd ibn Harithah
Umar ibn al-Khattab
What was special about ‘Addas, the man who met the Prophet after Taif?
He was a Jewish scholar
He was a Christian from Nineveh who recognized the Prophet
He was a Qurayshi guard
He was a trader from Yemen
In which year did the event of Isra and Miraj occur?
8th year of Prophethood
9th year of Prophethood
10th year of Prophethood
12th year of Prophethood
What does “Isra" refer to?
The Prophet’s ascension to the heavens
The Prophet’s journey from Mecca to Jerusalem
Journey from masjid al haram to masjid an nabawi
The meeting with angels on Earth
What does “Miraj" refer to?
Journey from masjid al haram to masjid al aqsa
The ascension through the heavens
The Prophet’s journey from Mecca to Jerusalem
The meeting with angels on Earth
From where did the Prophet begin the Night Journey?
Dar al-Arqam
Masjid al-Haram
Masjid al-Aqsa
His house
What was the name of the creature that carried the Prophet during the journey?
Buraq
Israfil
Jibril
Mi‘raj
Who accompanied the Prophet throughout the journey?
Angel Jibril
Angel Israfil
Angel Mikail
Angel Israeel
During the Miraj, how many heavens did the Prophet ﷺ ascend through?
Five
Six
Seven
Ten
Which Prophet did the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ meet in the first heaven?
Prophet Musa (a.s.)
Prophet Adam (a.s.)
Prophet Isa (a.s.)
Prophet Ibrahim (a.s.)
What significant command was given to the Prophet ﷺ during the Mi‘rāj?
To build Masjid Quba
To begin migration
The obligation of five daily prayers
To declare war against Quraysh
How many prayers were originally prescribed before being reduced to five?
10
25
40
50
How many men and women participated in the Second Pledge of al-‘Aqabah?
72 men, 3 women
73 men, 2 women
74 men, 2 women
75 men, 3 women
Who was sent by the Prophet ﷺ to Yathrib after the First Pledge of al-Aqabah?
Abdullah ibn Abbas
Musab ibn Umair
Abu Bakr
Bilal ibn Rabah
Who slept in the Prophet’s ﷺ bed on the night of migration to deceive the Quraysh?
Abu Bakr
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Zayd ibn Harithah
Bilal ibn Rabah
What did the people of Yathrib promise in the Second Pledge?
To be good Muslims
To support and protect the Prophet ﷺ as they would their own families
To worship Allah swt alone and to support the prophet ﷺ
To build a masjid for the Prophet ﷺ
Where did the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr first take refuge after leaving Makkah?
In a house near Mina
In the Cave of Thawr
In the Cave of Hira
On Mount Uhud
What miracle occurred at the mouth of the cave when Quraysh reached it?
A sudden sandstorm
A spider’s web and nesting pigeons concealed the entrance
The assassins became blind
The cave collapsed
Who covered their tracks and brought news during the stay in the cave?
Abdullah ibn Abu Bakr
Asma’ bint Abu Bakr
Amir ibn Fuhayrah
All of the above
Where did the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr first arrive after leaving the Cave of Thawr?
Madinah city center
Quba
Masjid al-Haram
Mount Uhud
What significant structure did the Prophet ﷺ establish in Quba?
Masjid al-Haram
Masjid Quba
Masjid al-Aqsa
Dar al-Arqam
During the migration, who earned the title “Dhat an-Nitaqayn” for helping the Prophet ﷺ?
Khadijah bint Khuwaylid
Asma’ bint Abu Bakr
Umm Salamah
Fatimah bint Muhammad
What did the Prophet ﷺ recite when leaving his house surrounded by Quraysh assassins?
Surah al-Mulk
Surah al-Anfal
Surah Yasin
Surah al-Kahf
Which verse did he specifically recite while sprinkling dust over the assassins?
“And We have placed before them a barrier and behind them a barrier...”
“Indeed, Allah is with those who fear Him...”
“Allah is the best of planners...”
“Do not grieve, Allah is with us...”
Who was the Christian ruler of Abyssinia that granted Muslims refuge?
Heraclius
Negus
Caesar
Muqawqis
Which Prophet led prayer in Masjid al-Aqsa with previous Prophets during Isrā’?
Prophet Ibrahim (a.s)
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
Prophet Musa (a.s)
Prophet Isa (a.s)
Who was sent to teach Islam in Yathrib after the First Pledge of al-‘Aqabah?
Abu Bakr
Umar ibn al-Khattab
Mus'ab ibn Umayr
Ali ibn Abi Talib
How many prayers were originally prescribed in the Mi‘rāj before reduction?
10
25
40
50
Who accompanied the Prophet ﷺ to Ṭā’if?
Abu Bakr
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Zayd ibn Harithah
Umar ibn al-Khattab
How did the people of Ṭā’if respond to the Prophet’s ﷺ message?
They welcomed him
They politely declined
They mocked and threw stones at him
They secretly accepted Islam
What lesson is learned from the incident of Ṭā’if?
A Prophet should rely on tribal power
Da‘wah requires patience, forgiveness, and hope in Allah
Rejection means failure
Success comes from public support
Who recited Qur’anic verses before the Negus to defend the Muslims?
Abu Bakr
Ja‘far ibn Abī Ṭālib
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Mus‘ab ibn ‘Umair
How did Quraysh react to the Night Journey story?
Believed immediately
Mocked and disbelieved
Gathered to celebrate
Ignored the message
Who among the companions affirmed belief in the Night Journey and earned the title “As-Siddiq”?
Umar ibn al-Khattab
Uthman ibn Affan
Abu Bakr
Ali ibn Abi Talib
How many men attended the Second Pledge of al-‘Aqabah?
40
50
73 men
100
Who slept in the Prophet’s ﷺ bed to deceive Quraysh on the migration night?
Abu Bakr
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Zayd ibn Harithah
Bilal ibn Rabah
Where did the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr hide after leaving Makkah?
House near Mina
Cave Thawr
Cave Hira
Mount Uhud
What miracle protected the Prophet ﷺ in the cave?
Sandstorm
Spider’s web and pigeons
Assassins became blind
Cave collapsed
What was the first mosque built in Islam?
Masjid al-Haram
Masjid Quba
Masjid al-Aqsa
Dar al-Arqam
Where was the first Friday prayer led by the Prophet ﷺ performed?
Quba
Madinah city
Cave Thawr
Mount Uhud
What lesson is derived from the establishment of Masjid Quba?
Leadership requires military strength
Faith and community unity are vital
Migration should be avoided
Only wealth can establish a religion
Who protected the Prophet ﷺ during the migration journey?
Abu Bakr
Umar ibn al-Khattab
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Mus‘ab ibn ‘Umair
What title did Mus‘ab ibn ‘Umair earn due to his role in Yathrib?
First Ambassador of Islam
First Martyr
Commander of the Ansar
Guardian of the Qur’an
What promise did the people of Yathrib make in the Second Pledge?
Fight Quraysh immediately
Offer refuge and protection to the Prophet ﷺ
Spread Islam secretly
Pay tribute to Quraysh
Who were the main supporters of the Prophet ﷺ in Madinah?
Quraysh emigrants
Ansār from Aws and Khazraj
Thaqeef tribe
Jews of Madinah
What was the purpose of establishing brotherhood between Muhājirūn and Ansār?
To share wealth equally
To ensure mutual support and strengthen the Muslim community
To prevent migration to Makkah
To divide land among tribes
Who offered the Prophet grapes and comfort after Ta'if?
'Addas
Abu Talib
Bilal ibn Rabah
Mus'ab ibn 'Umair
Who was the Prophet’s uncle who died during the Year of Sorrow?
Abbas
Abu Talib
Hamzah
Abu Lahab
Who was the Prophet’s wife who died during the Year of Sorrow?
Aisha
Khadijah
Umm Salamah
Fatimah
What did the Quraysh offer the Prophet to abandon his message?
Money, leadership, and marriage
A new Ka'bah
Freedom for Muslims
A written treaty
How did the Prophet respond to Quraysh’s offer to abandon his mission?
Consider it
Agree for peace
Refuse, saying he would not abandon Allah’s message
Ask for time
Who was among the first men to accept Islam in Mecca?
Abu Sufyan
Umar ibn al-Khattab
Khalid ibn al-Walid
Abu Jahl
Where did the Prophet first establish a secret learning center in Mecca?
Cave Hira
Dar al-Arqam
Masjid al-Haram
Thawr
Who gave refuge to Muslims in Abyssinia?
Caesar
Negus
Heraclius
Muqawqis
Which Surah moved the Negus to allow Muslims to stay in Abyssinia?
Surah Maryam
Surah Yusuf
Surah Al-Baqarah
Surah Al-Kahf
Who was sent as a teacher to Yathrib after the first pledge?
Abu Bakr
Mus'ab ibn 'Umair
Bilal ibn Rabah
Ali ibn Abi Talib
What did the Quraysh do after Abu Talib’s death?
Became lenient
Proposed peace treaties
Increased abuse towards the Prophet ﷺ
Accepted Islam secretly
Who was the Prophet ﷺ’s companion that helped carry provisions during migration?
Abu Bakr
Asma’ bint Abu Bakr
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Mus‘ab ibn ‘Umair
Who was the first woman to accept Islam?
Khadijah
Aisha
Fatimah
Umm Salamah
Where did the Prophet ﷺ meet the Yathribans during Hajj season?
Mina
Madinah
Ka‘bah courtyard
Dar al-Arqam
How many men attended the first pledge of al-‘Aqabah?
6
10
12
15
Who advised the Prophet ﷺ to request a reduction in daily prayers?
Prophet Isa (a.s.)
Prophet Musa (a.s.)
Prophet Ibrahim (a.s.)
Prophet Yusuf (a.s.)
Who did the Prophet ﷺ meet in the first heaven?
Prophet Adam (a.s.)
Prophet Musa (a.s.)
Prophet Isa (a.s.)
Prophet Ibrahim (a.s.)
How did Quraysh react to the growing number of youth embracing Islam?
Ignored it
Attempted to bribe the Prophet ﷺ
Exiled Muslims
Accepted a debate
What did the Prophet ﷺ emphasize in early Mecca?
Political control
Building alliances
Strengthening faith, character, and unity
Gathering wealth
Who offered support to the Prophet ﷺ financially and emotionally from the beginning?
Abu Bakr
Umar ibn al-Khattab
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Uthman ibn Affan
Which tribe rejected the Prophet ﷺ when he traveled to Ṭā’if?
Aws
Khazraj
Thaqeef
Quraysh
What was the Prophet’s ﷺ reaction to persecution and rejection?
Retaliated
Patience, prayer, and trust in Allah
Fled secretly
Negotiated peace
Who guided the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr safely from cave Thawr to Quba?
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Divine guidance and Allah’s plan
Mus‘ab ibn ‘Umair
Abu Talib
Which Quraysh leader became a staunch opponent after the Prophet ﷺ called them to Islam?
Abu Lahab
Abu Bakr
Hamzah
Abbas
Which companion helped to spread Islam in Madinah before the Prophet ﷺ migrated?
Abu Bakr
Mus‘ab ibn ‘Umair
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Hamzah
What lesson is learned from the Prophet’s ﷺ Night Journey?
Miracles occur only for the strong
Allah strengthens the Prophet ﷺ and sets example for believers
Travel is necessary for wisdom
Prophets travel physically only
Where did the Prophet ﷺ first lead prayer after arriving in Quba?
Masjid al-Haram
Masjid Quba
Masjid al-Aqsa
Dar al-Arqam
Which Companion was the first to pledge allegiance to Prophet ﷺ in Madinah?
Abu Bakr
Sa‘d ibn Mu‘adh
Umar ibn al-Khattab
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Which women attended the Second Pledge of al-‘Aqabah?
Khadijah and Aisha
Nusaybah bint Ka‘b and Asma’ bint ‘Amr
Fatimah and Umm Salamah
Zaynab and Hafsah
Who was appointed as one of the leaders (nuqabā’) over Muslims of Madinah after the Second Pledge?
Mus‘ab ibn ‘Umair
Abu Bakr
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Hamzah
What strategy did the Prophet use to evade Quraysh’s plot during migration?
Immediate travel in daytime
Slept in house
Ali slept in his bed to deceive Quraysh
Went with army
Which Prophet advised reduction of prayers during Mi‘rāj?
Isa (a.s.)
Musa (a.s.)
Ibrahim (a.s.)
Yusuf (a.s.)
What is the significance of Masjid Quba?
First mosque built in Islam
Mosque with largest minaret
Built by Quraysh
Only prayer mosque
How were Muhājirūn supported by Ansār in Madinah?
Monetary support
Sharing homes and wealth
Military only
Not supported
What did the Prophet say to Abu Bakr in cave Thawr to reassure him?
“Call for help”
“Do not grieve; indeed, Allah is with us.”
“We must hide deeper”
“Stay silent and pray later”
