Prophet Stories
What is Prophet Nuh famous for?
The building of the Ark
What is Surah Feel about?
The evil king who tried to destroy the Kaaba and Allah sent birds with stones of baked clay to destroy them.
Why should you not celebrate Halloween?
Because it involves shirk (associating partners with Allah)
You overhear two classmates talking badly about someone in your class. You want to join in because it seems funny. What is the right way to respond?
Stay silent and refrain from joining in. Instead, try to change the topic, because backbiting is harmful and sinful in Islam.
The fastest land animal can reach speeds up to 70 miles per hour and is known for its spotted coat.
Cheetah
Maryam (as) gave birth to which prophet?
Isa (as)
What is the main theme of Surah Fatiha? Explain.
The oneness of Allah, how he has no parents nor children.
What was the previous name for Halloween?
All Hallows Eve
A classmate makes a joke about Muslims. How should you handle it while sharing Islamic teachings?
Correct the misunderstanding calmly and politely, explain that Islam teaches belief in one God, being kind, honest, and respectful to everyone
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This tiny country in Europe is famous for chocolate, waffles, and being home to many comic book characters.
Belgium!
Explain the story behind 'friendly threatening.'
The two women and the baby who came to Prophet Sulayman.
What word comes in the very middle of the Quran?
Surah Kahf aya (19) has the word “وليتلطف”, the first 4 letters mark the end of the first half of the Quran and the second 3 (4 because of shaddah) begin the second half.
What was Malcom X's previous name?
Malcom Little.
Your friend keeps lying even after you advise them to be honest. What should you do according to Islam?
Continue to advise your friend gently to be honest, set a good example, avoid getting angry, and trust Allah to guide them.
This animal is the only mammal capable of true flight.
The bat
Who are Maryam (as)'s father and uncle, and who adopted her?
Maryam (as)'s father is Imran, and her uncle, who also adopted her, is Zakariya
What is the first thing Isa (as) said as a baby?
He said: "I am the slave of Allah, he has given me the book, and made me his prophet."
What is the Nation of Islam? What do they believe? Do they actually follow Islam?
A religious and social group that taught Black pride, self-discipline, independence, and the fight against racism using Islamic beliefs. They don't follow Islam.
A classmate sees you reading the Quran and asks about it. Should you take this opportunity to explain?
Yes, you should take the opportunity to explain respectfully, share that the Quran is the holy book of Islam, and talk about its teachings, such as believing in one God, being kind, and helping others.
This famous physicist developed the theory of relativity and is known for the equation E = mc².
Albert Einstein
What are Ibrahim (as)'s sons' names, who are their mothers, and which one was ordered to be sacrificed by Allah?
Hint: they have different mothers
His sons: Ismaeel and Ishaq
Ismaeel's mother was Hajar, Ishaq's mother was Sara
Ismaeel was ordered to be sacrificed, which is the back story to Eid al-Adha
In Surah An-Naml, an object was transported to Prophet Sulayman’s court before his glance could return, demonstrating a power beyond that of the jinn. What is that item?
It was the throne of Queen Bilqis.
Where did Trick-or-Treat come from?
Ancient Celtic and medieval European traditions, where people went door to door for food or treats, which later evolved into Trick-or-Treat.
You are in a group where everyone believes differently. How can you maintain a friendship without compromising your Islamic values?
Respect everyone’s beliefs, avoid arguments about religion, and set a good example by showing kindness, honesty, and good character without compromising your own Islamic values.
This astronomical phenomenon occurs when a star explodes at the end of its life, briefly outshining an entire galaxy and releasing more energy than the Sun will in its entire lifetime.
A Supernova