Shawwal
Qur'an
Prophets
Studying
Fun Facts
100

In which month does Shawwal begin?

Shawwal begins right after Ramadan, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar.

100

How many surahs are there in the Quran?

114 surahs.

100

Who was the first prophet in Islam?

Prophet Adam (PBUH)

100

What is the best way to manage time while studying for exams?

Use a study schedule or planner to break up study time into manageable chunks, with breaks in between.

100

Which animal is known for its ability to regenerate lost body parts, such as limbs?

The axolotl (a type of salamander)

200

What is the significance of fasting during the first six days of Shawwal?

Fasting the first six days of Shawwal, in addition to Ramadan, brings the reward of fasting for an entire year.

200

What is the shortest surah in the Quran?

Surah Al-Kawthar (Surah 108)

200

Which prophet is known for building the Ark to save his followers from the flood?

Prophet Nuh (Noah) (PBUH)

200

What is the method of active recall in studying?

Active recall involves testing yourself on the material you're trying to learn, rather than just rereading it.

200

True or False: Humans share 60% of their DNA with bananas.

True. Humans and bananas share a surprising amount of genetic material.

300

Which important event marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Shawwal?

Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Shawwal

300

Which surah is known as the “Heart of the Quran”?

Surah Ya-Sin (Surah 36)

300

Who was the last prophet sent to humanity?

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

300

How does the Pomodoro technique help with studying?

The Pomodoro technique involves studying for 25-minute intervals, followed by a 5-minute break. This helps maintain focus and prevents burnout.

300

What is the world’s largest ocean?

The Pacific Ocean

400

True or False: Muslims are allowed to fast during any days of Shawwal, except for the first day of Eid al-Fitr

True. It is highly recommended to fast six days during Shawwal, but the first day (Eid al-Fitr) is not permissible.

400

What is the name of the first revelation received by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

The first revelation is found in Surah Al-‘Alaq (Surah 96), specifically the first five verses

400

Which prophet was thrown into the fire by his people but survived by the will of Allah?

Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) (PBUH)

400

Why is it important to take notes during class?

Taking notes helps reinforce what you're learning, keeps you engaged, and gives you something to review later.

400

Which country has the most pyramids in the world

Sudan

500

Which hadith mentions the reward of fasting the six days of Shawwal?

The hadith from Sahih Muslim states: "Whoever fasts Ramadan and follows it with six days of Shawwal, it is as if he fasted for a lifetime."

500

Which surah is named after a woman, and what is her role in Islamic history?

Surah Maryam (Surah 19) is named after Maryam (Mary), the mother of Prophet Isa (Jesus), and is one of the few women mentioned in the Quran by name.

500

Which prophet was swallowed by a large fish and remained in its belly for three days and nights?

Prophet Yunus (Jonah) (PBUH)

500

How can summarizing what you've learned after a study session improve retention?

Summarizing forces your brain to recall and process the information, which improves understanding and retention.

500

What is the fastest bird in the world

The peregrine falcon, which can dive at speeds of over 240 miles per hour

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