Salah
How does Salah connect Muslims worldwide even though they live in different places?
A. Everyone uses the same prayer mat
B. All pray facing the Ka‘bah in Makkah
C. All pray at the same exact time
D. Everyone recites in their own language
B. All pray facing the Ka‘bah in Makkah
Which of the following acts during Ramadan best captures the Prophet Muhammad’s example (Sunnah)?
A) Avoiding all contact with others during the day
B) Breaking the fast immediately at sunset with dates and water
C) Eating a heavy meal at midday to prepare for the next day
D) Delaying breaking the fast until after Isha prayer
B) Breaking the fast immediately at sunset with dates and water
What is the difference between Hajj and Umrah?
A. Hajj is longer and done only in Dhul-Hijjah
B. Umrah is mandatory, Hajj is not
C. Both are done only once in a lifetime
D. Umrah includes Arafah and Mina
A. Hajj is longer and done only in Dhul-Hijjah
The first part of the Shahada — “La ilaha illa Allah” — directly rejects which of the following concepts?
A) The belief that Allah created humans
B) The belief that multiple gods share divine power
C) The belief that angels have free will
D) The belief that Allah has attributes
B) The belief that multiple gods share divine power
What makes Zakah different from Sadaqah?
A. Zakah is optional while Sadaqah is mandatory
B. Zakah is only for masjid construction
C. Zakah is an obligation; Sadaqah is voluntary
D. Zakah can be given anytime in any amount
C. Zakah is an obligation; Sadaqah is voluntary
Before beginning Salah, Muslims must have a specific intention in their hearts. What is this intention called and why is it important?
A. Dua – because it starts the prayer
B. Niyyah – because it makes the prayer sincere for Allah
C. Khushu – because it brings focus
D. Shahadah – because it declares faith
B. Niyyah – because it makes the prayer sincere for Allah
After Ramadan ends, Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr. What is one required act associated with this celebration?
A) Completing an extra week of fasting
B) Paying Zakat al-Fitr before the Eid prayer to help the needy
C) Visiting the Kaaba to perform Umrah
D) Reciting the Shahada publicly again
B) Paying Zakat al-Fitr before the Eid prayer to help the needy
What is the special white clothing worn during Hajj called and what does it symbolize?
A. Thawb – showing style and neatness
B. Ihram – showing equality and purity
C. Kufi – showing faith and unity
D. Shawl – showing devotion and comfort
B. Ihram – showing equality and purity
The Shahada emphasizes tawheed, the oneness of Allah. Which of the following best reflects the complete theological significance of this statement?
A) It declares belief in only one God and denies all forms of polytheism.
B) It affirms that all prophets are equal in message and status.
C) It signifies both belief in Allah’s oneness and in Muhammad’s unique role as the final messenger.
D) It means Muslims must memorize the Qur’an to be true believers.
C) It signifies both belief in Allah’s oneness and in Muhammad’s unique role as the final messenger.
Why did Allah make Zakah obligatory for Muslims?
A. To test people’s generosity only
B. To purify wealth and help the needy
C. To make everyone equal in money
D. To collect taxes for the masjid
B. To purify wealth and help the needy
After completing a surah in the second rak‘ah of Dhuhr, what comes next and what do Muslims say?
A. Sujood – “Subhana Rabbiyal A‘la”
B. Ruku‘ – “Subhana Rabbiyal ‘Azim”
C. Tashahhud – “At-tahiyyatu lillah”
D. Takbir – “Allahu Akbar”
B. Ruku‘ – “Subhana Rabbiyal ‘Azim”
Fasting outside of Ramadan is also encouraged. Which of the following is a recommended (Sunnah) fast?
A) Fasting on Mondays and Thursdays
B) Fasting on the last Friday of every month only
C) Fasting once every three months
D) Fasting only during Hajj
A) Fasting on Mondays and Thursdays
During Tawaf, pilgrims circle the Ka‘bah seven times. What does this act represent?
A. The seven days of creation
B. Unity and obedience to Allah
C. Honoring Prophet Ibrahim’s journey
D. Remembering the seven heavens
B. Unity and obedience to Allah
Which of the following best explains the two parts of the Shahada in terms of belief and practice?
A) The first part affirms Allah’s oneness, and the second accepts Muhammad’s role as His final messenger.
B) The first part establishes belief in Allah, and the second defines belief in the Prophet’s companions.
C) Both parts focus only on rejecting idols.
D) Equality among the poor and wealthy
A) The first part affirms Allah’s oneness, and the second accepts Muhammad’s role as His final messenger.
Which of the following groups can receive Zakah according to the Qur’an?
A. Wealthy business owners
B. Friends and relatives regardless of need
C. The poor, needy, and those in debt
D. Anyone who asks for money
C. The poor, needy, and those in debt
If someone forgets to pray and remembers later, what should they do?
A. Skip it and wait for the next prayer
B. Ask forgiveness
C. Make up the missed prayer immediately (Qada’)
D. Repeat all prayers of the day
C. Make up the missed prayer immediately (Qada’)
The primary purpose of fasting in Islam, as stated in the Qur’an, is to help believers achieve:
A) Greater physical endurance
B) Awareness of the Prophet’s hardships
C) Taqwa — mindfulness and consciousness of Allah
D) Equality among the poor and wealthy
C) Taqwa — mindfulness and consciousness of Allah
The sacrifice made during Hajj (Udhiya/Qurbani) connects to which Prophet’s story and what lesson does it teach?
A. Prophet Musa – patience
B. Prophet Nuh – survival
C. Prophet Ibrahim – obedience and submission
D. Prophet Yusuf – forgiveness
C. Prophet Ibrahim – obedience and submission
Which of the following best explains why the Shahada is placed first among the Five Pillars?
A) Because it is the easiest to perform
B) Because it defines the foundation of belief upon which all other pillars stand
C) Because it was the first practice established during Hajj
D) Because it is only required once in a lifetime
B) Because it defines the foundation of belief upon which all other pillars stand
Why must Zakah be given only after a full lunar year passes on one’s wealth?
A. To make sure it’s been used first
B. To confirm ownership and steady savings
C. Because it’s based on the solar year
D. Because the Qur’an says once a year only
B. To confirm ownership and steady savings
Surah Al-Fatiha is recited in every rak‘ah. Why is this surah unique?
A. It has the longest verses in the Qur’an
B. It is the first surah revealed to the Prophet ﷺ
C. It is a direct dialogue between the servant and Allah
D. It mentions all five pillars of Islam
C. It is a direct dialogue between the servant and Allah
What is the significance of Laylat al-Qadr (the Night of Power) during Ramadan?
A) It is the night when fasting becomes obligatory for Muslims
B) It marks the night the Qur’an was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad
C) It is the final night of Ramadan celebrations
D) It is the night Muslims break their fast early
B) It marks the night the Qur’an was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad
Why is the Day of Arafah considered the most important day of Hajj?
A. Because it’s when pilgrims wear new clothes
B. Because all prayers must be made there
C. Because standing at Arafah completes Hajj and brings forgiveness
D. Because it’s the day of Eid al-Adha
C. Because standing at Arafah completes Hajj and brings forgiveness
According to Islamic teachings, what practical change should occur in a person’s life after sincerely accepting the Shahada?
A) They must immediately memorize the entire Qur’an
B) They are no longer accountable for past actions
C) They are required to move to a Muslim-majority country
D) They begin to live according to Islamic principles and perform the other pillars
D) They begin to live according to Islamic principles and perform the other pillars
If someone gives Zakah money to help build a masjid, does it count as Zakah?
A. Yes, because it helps the community
B. No, because Zakah must go directly to people in need
C. Yes, if the masjid is new
D. Only if the person is rich
B. No, because Zakah must go directly to people in need