GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
The Nile River
Which city in Pakistan is known as the City of Gardens?
Lahore
What are the five pillars of Islam? Explain each one.
Shahada, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, Hajj
What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into food called?
Photosynthesis
Which 2 surahs are for seeking protection in Allah from evil-eye & witchcraft?
Surah Falaq and Surah Naas (important to recite the 3 quls before sleeping and when waking up for protection)
What is the largest planet in our solar system?
Jupiter
What is the name of the highest-altitude paved international road that connects Pakistan and China?
The Karakoram Highway
How many namaz/prayers originally did Allah SWT want us to pray?
Prophet Muhammad went back and fourth to Allah SWT for us and what number was decided for us at the end?
50 and now we only have 5.
What type of blood cells help the human body fight infections?
White Blood Cells
How long did it take for the Quran to be revealed?
23 years
What is one of the top foods that never goes bad?
Honey
Who wrote the national anthem of Pakistan?
Mr. Abu Al-Asar Hafeez Jalandhari (written in 1952)
Which mosque was the first masjid built in islamic history?
Quba Masjid in Medinah (Year 622)
How many bones are in the human body?
206
What is the smallest surah in the Quran.
Surah Al-Kausar.
Which country has the highest life expectancy?
Hong Kong (85 years)
Which Pakistani mountain is famously referred to as the “Killer Mountain” due to its dangerous climbing conditions?
Nanga Parbat
For who is this dua for? – Rabbir Humhumma Kama Rabba Yaani Sahgeera
For your parents.
"My Lord! Be merciful to them as they raised me when I was young.” (Quran 17:24)
What is the chemical symbol for the element gold?
AU
Which Prophet is mentioned the most by name in the Quran?
Prophet Musa (136 times)
How many hours are there in a year?
8760
What sea is located directly to the south of Pakistan?
The Arabian Sea
What do these names of Allah mean:
- Al Latif
- Al Raqib
- Al Ghafur
- Al Kareem
- Al Shafi
1. The Most Subtle/Kind/Gentle
2. The All-Observant, The Witness (Sees everything)
3. The All-Forgiving
4. The Most Generous
5. The Healer
Which scientist formulated the three laws of motion?
What is the subject topic of the longest verse in the Qur’an?
Debt Laws.