Surah
Which surah is the longest in the Quran?
A) Surah Al-Imran
B) Surah Al-Baqarah
C) Surah Al-Nisa
D) Surah Al-Kahf
Answer: B) Surah Al-Baqarah
Explanation: Surah Al-Baqarah has 286 ayahs — the most of any surah. It contains Ayat al-Kursi (verse 255), which the Prophet (peace be upon him) called the greatest verse in the Quran.
Which companion of the Prophet (peace be upon him) was given the title ‘Sayfullah’ (Sword of Allah), and why did he earn this name?
A) Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA) — for his bravery at the Battle of Badr
B) Khalid ibn al-Walid (RA) — for his undefeated military genius that helped spread Islam
C) Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA) — for his strength when announcing his conversion to Islam
D) Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib (RA) — for protecting the Prophet in the early years in Makkah
Answer: B) Khalid ibn al-Walid (RA) — Sayfullah (Sword of Allah)
Explanation: Khalid ibn al-Walid (RA) earned the title ‘Sayfullah’ from the Prophet himself. Originally an enemy of Islam who helped defeat the Muslims at Uhud, he converted in 627 CE and became Islam’s greatest general — never defeated in battle across over 100 campaigns. He led the Ridda Wars and conquered Syria and Iraq.
الرَّحْمٰنُ الرَّحِيمُ
Ar-Rahman — Ar-Raheem
Did you know? These two names open every surah in the Quran except one — and together they appear in the very first verse of Al-Fatiha that we recite 17 times a day!
Both Ar-Rahman and Ar-Raheem come from the Arabic root 'rahma' meaning mercy. Which best explains the difference between them?
A) They mean exactly the same thing — both simply mean 'The Merciful' with no difference
B) Ar-Rahman means the vast, all-encompassing mercy Allah shows to everyone in this world, while Ar-Raheem means the special, deep mercy Allah gives to the believers in the hereafter
C) Ar-Rahman means Allah forgives sins, while Ar-Raheem means Allah gives wealth and provision
D) Ar-Rahman is used only in the Quran, while Ar-Raheem is used only in dua and prayer
Answer: B) Ar-Rahman = vast mercy for all creation in this world; Ar-Raheem = special mercy for believers in the hereafter
Explanation: Ar-Rahman describes Allah's vast mercy that covers all creation in this world — rain, food, and blessings reach everyone. Ar-Raheem describes His special, continuous mercy reserved for believers on the Day of Judgment. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said Allah has 100 portions of mercy — He sent only 1 to this world, and kept 99 for the hereafter!
What is the general message of the Quran?
Answer: To worship Allah alone and be righteous.
Which Surah is translated as “The Purity” or “The Sincerity”?
A) Surah Fatiha
B) Surah Yaseen
c) Surah Nisa
D) Surah Ikhlas
D) Surah Ikhlas
During the Islamic Golden Age (8th–13th century), Muslim scholars made huge contributions to science. Which of the following was a real invention or discovery by Muslim scholars?
A) The printing press — invented by Ibn Rushd to spread Islamic texts
B) Algebra — the word comes from the Arabic ‘al-jabr’, from the book of Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi
C) The compass — invented by Al-Biruni for navigation during Hajj
D) The steam engine — designed by Ibn al-Haytham as part of his studies in optics
Answer: B) Algebra — invented by al-Khwarizmi (the word ‘algorithm’ also comes from his name)
Explanation: Al-Khwarizmi wrote his famous book in 9th-century Baghdad. ‘Algebra’ comes from ‘al-jabr’ in its title, and ‘algorithm’ comes from the Latin version of his name (Algoritmi). Without him, modern mathematics, computing, and engineering would not exist as we know them.
الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ
Al-Hayy — Al-Qayyum
Did you know? These two names are found in Ayat al-Kursi — the greatest verse in the Quran! The Prophet (peace be upon him) said reciting it after every prayer is one of the most rewarding acts in Islam.
Al-Hayy means 'The Ever-Living'. Al-Qayyum means 'The Sustainer of all existence'. What does Al-Qayyum tell us about Allah's relationship with the universe?
A) It means Allah created the universe and then left it to run by itself, like winding up a clock
B) It means Allah continuously sustains, maintains, and holds up all of creation every single moment — if He stopped for even an instant, everything would cease to exist
C) It means Allah only sustains the believers and lets non-believers manage on their own
D) It means Allah will sustain the universe until the Day of Judgment, then destroy it all at once
Answer: B) Allah continuously sustains all of creation every single moment
Explanation: Al-Qayyum means Allah is the One upon whom all of creation depends at every single moment. Your heartbeat right now, the stars in orbit, the air you breathe — all sustained by Allah continuously. This is the opposite of the idea that Allah 'wound up' the universe and stepped back. Ibn al-Qayyim took his own name from this attribute because he considered it one of the greatest names of Allah!
How many surahs (chapters) are there in the Quran?
A) 99
B) 110
C) 114
D) 120
Answer: C) 114
Explanation: The Quran has exactly 114 surahs, ranging from the longest (Al-Baqarah with 286 ayahs) to the shortest (Al-Kawthar with just 3 ayahs). A helpful memory tip: there are 99 names of Allah, plus 15 more surahs — making 114!
In which surah does Ayat al-Kursi (the Verse of the Throne) appear?
اللَّهُ لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ
A) Surah Al-Fatiha
B) Surah Al-Baqarah
C) Surah Al-Kahf
D) Surah Ya-Sin
B) Surah Al-Baqarah
Explanation: Ayat al-Kursi is Al-Baqarah 2:255. The Prophet (peace be upon him) said it is the greatest verse in the Quran. Reciting it before sleeping provides protection, as mentioned in authentic hadith.
Islam spread incredibly fast after the Prophet’s time. Which of the following best explains the main reason Islam spread so widely across Africa and Southeast Asia?
A) Muslim armies conquered every country in Africa and Asia and forced people to convert
B) Muslim traders and scholars spread Islamic values through commerce, good character, and peaceful da’wa
C) The Caliphs paid people money to convert to Islam, making it financially attractive
D) Arabic language was imposed as the official language everywhere Muslims traded
Answer: B) Peaceful trade and good character (akhlaq) — especially in Africa and Southeast Asia
Explanation: Indonesia is the world’s largest Muslim country today, yet no Muslim army ever conquered it. Arab traders brought Islam through their honesty, fairness, and good values. This is one of the greatest examples of da’wa through akhlaq in history — proof that good character is the most powerful form of calling people to Islam.
الْغَفُورُ التَّوَّابُ
Al-Ghafoor — At-Tawwab
Did you know? Al-Ghafoor appears in the Quran over 70 times — more than almost any other name! Allah loves to forgive so much that He named Himself 'The Most Forgiving'.
Al-Ghafoor means 'The Most Forgiving' and At-Tawwab means 'The Ever-Accepting of Repentance'. What is the beautiful difference between these two names?
A) Al-Ghafoor means Allah forgives small sins only, while At-Tawwab means Allah forgives big sins only
B) Al-Ghafoor means Allah covers and wipes away sins completely as if they never happened, while At-Tawwab means Allah turns back towards His servant with love and mercy every time they repent — again and again, no matter how many times
C) Al-Ghafoor is for sins against Allah, while At-Tawwab is for sins against other people
D) Al-Ghafoor means forgiveness before Judgment Day, while At-Tawwab means forgiveness on Judgment Day itself
Answer: B) Al-Ghafoor = covers sins completely; At-Tawwab = keeps turning back to His servant every time they repent
Explanation: The Arabic root of Al-Ghafoor means 'to cover' — Allah covers sins completely so they are hidden and gone forever. At-Tawwab comes from 'tawbah' (turning) in the emphatic repeated form, meaning Allah keeps turning back to His servant again and again, no matter how many times they fall and return. These are two of the most comforting names of Allah — no matter how many mistakes you make, Allah is always ready to forgive and welcome you back.
Which Surah was sent down in Madinah and is about charity and law?
A) Surah AL Mujadilah
B) Surah AL Fath
C) Surah An Naml
D) Surah AL Baqarah
D) Surah AL BAQARAH
What does it mean when a surah is called 'Madani'?
A) It was revealed in the city of Madinah only
B) It was revealed after the Prophet's migration (Hijra) to Madinah
C) It talks about the people of Madinah
D) It was written down in Madinah after the Prophet's death
B) It was revealed after the Prophet's migration (Hijra) to Madinah
Explanation: 'Madani' means revealed after the Hijra (migration) to Madinah in 622 CE — even if the actual revelation happened elsewhere. Madani surahs tend to be longer and cover laws, family rules, and building the Muslim community.
Did you know? Salahuddin was so generous that when he died, he had given away almost everything he owned — only one gold and 47 silver coins were found in his treasury!
In 1187 CE, Salahuddin al-Ayyubi recaptured Jerusalem from the Crusaders. How did he treat the Christian inhabitants after the victory?
A) He ordered all Christians to be expelled and their churches demolished
B) He allowed Christians to ransom themselves and leave safely, showed mercy to the poor, and protected their churches
C) He forced all Christians to convert to Islam or face imprisonment
D) He divided Jerusalem into Muslim and Christian zones with equal rule
Answer: B) He showed extraordinary mercy — releasing many poor captives for free
Explanation: Salahuddin’s mercy at Jerusalem became legendary even in Europe. He allowed everyone to ransom themselves, released hundreds of poor people for free, and protected Christian churches. This was the complete opposite of 1099, when Crusaders massacred Jerusalem’s inhabitants. Even European historians of the time praised his character.
الْعَلِيمُ
Al-Aleem
Did you know? Al-Aleem appears in the Quran more than 150 times — one of the most frequently mentioned names, because everything we do is connected to the fact that Allah knows.
Al-Aleem means 'The All-Knowing'. What is one of the most amazing things the Quran tells us about the scope of Allah's knowledge?
A) Allah knows everything except what is in people's hearts — that remains private to each person
B) Allah knows every leaf that falls, every secret thought in every heart, and even what a person would have done had they been born somewhere else — knowledge of the present, past, future, and even things that never happened
C) Allah only knows things after they have happened — He watches events unfold like we do
D) Allah's knowledge covers only the actions of humans, not animals or nature
Answer: B) Allah knows every leaf, every thought, every future action — and even all the infinite 'what ifs' that never happened
Explanation: The Quran says: 'Not a leaf falls but that He knows it' (Al-An'am 6:59). Allah's knowledge is not like ours — He doesn't learn, doesn't forget, and doesn't need time to process. He knows the exact number of leaves on every tree that has ever existed, every thought you have ever had, every word you will ever say before you say it, and even what would have happened if your life had gone differently. There is no corner of existence, inner or outer, hidden from Al-Aleem.
Which Surah was revealed first?
Surah Al Alaq
How many times is Surah Al-Fatiha recited by a Muslim who prays all 5 daily prayers?
A) 5 times
B) 10 times
C) 17 times
D) 25 times
C) 17 times
Explanation: Al-Fatiha is recited in every rak'ah of prayer. The 5 daily prayers = 17 rak'ahs: Fajr (2) + Dhuhr (4) + Asr (4) + Maghrib (3) + Isha (4) = 17. So Al-Fatiha is recited 17 times every single day!
In 622 CE, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) made a historic journey from Makkah to Madinah. What is this journey called, and why was it so important?
A) The Isra — it was the Prophet’s night journey to Jerusalem and the heavens
B) The Hijra — it was the migration that marked the beginning of the first Muslim community and the Islamic calendar ✓ Correct Answer
C) The Ghazwa — it was the first military expedition to defend the Muslims from the Quraysh
D) The Da’wa — it was the Prophet’s first public call to Islam in Makkah
Answer: B) The Hijra — the migration to Madinah in 622 CE
Explanation: The Hijra in 622 CE was a turning point in Islamic history. The Prophet (peace be upon him) and Abu Bakr (RA) traveled secretly to Madinah, hiding in the Cave of Thawr for 3 days. In Madinah, the first real Muslim community was built. Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA) later chose this event as Year 1 of the Islamic calendar.
الْوَدُودُ
Al-Wadud
Did you know? Al-Wadud only appears twice in the entire Quran — but scholars say it is one of the most profound names, because it shows Allah doesn't just love us, He adores us with the deepest warmth.
Al-Wadud is translated as 'The Most Loving'. The Arabic word 'wudd' describes a very special kind of love. Which description best captures what Al-Wadud means?
A) It means Allah loves humans the way a judge loves those who follow the rules — conditional on good behaviour only
B) It means Allah loves with a warm, tender, deeply personal love — like the purest devoted friendship — and He also places this love in the hearts of believers towards each other
C) It means Allah loves only the prophets and the very righteous — ordinary people must earn this love first
D) It means Allah loves all humans equally with no difference between believers and non-believers
Answer: B) Al-Wadud = warm, tender, devoted love — and Allah places this love between believers too
Explanation: The Arabic 'wudd' is a warmer, more tender word than the usual word for love ('hubb'). It carries the sense of devoted friendship and deep affection. Al-Wadud means Allah loves His servants with this intimate warmth — and He also places that love between believers. Surah Maryam (19:96) says Allah places 'wudd' in the hearts of people for those who believe — so the love you feel from good Muslim friends is literally a gift placed there by Al-Wadud!
What is the reward for reciting one letter of the Quran?
A) 5 good deeds
B) 7 good deeds
C) 10 good deeds
D) 20 good deeds
Answer: C) 10 Good Deeds