CATEGORY 1: THE BASICS OF ISLAM & Iman
What is the Arabic word for intention before Salah?
Niyyah
Which Prophet was swallowed by a big fish?
Yunus (A.S.)
How many surahs are in the Qur’an?
114
What night was the Qur’an first revealed?
Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power)
What is voluntary charity called?
Sadaqah
What does Tawheed mean?
Belief in the Oneness of Allah
Which Prophet could talk to animals?
Prophet Sulaiman (A.S.)
How many rak‘ahs are in Fard, Maghrib prayer? How many rak'ahs are in sunnah?
Three, two
Which surah commands fasting in Ramadan?
Surah Al-Baqarah (2:183)
Why does Islam emphasize giving wealth to others?
To purify wealth, help society, and please Allah
What are three conditions required before Salah is valid?
Wudu, facing the Qiblah, covering properly, intention (any three)
Which Prophet was given the Torah?
Musa (A.S.)
Who brought the Qur’an to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ?
Angel Jibreel
What is the main goal of fasting mentioned in the Qur’an?
To gain Taqwa
What are the two white cloths men wear during Hajj called?
Ihram
What is the third article of faith?
Belief in the Holy Books
Name the Prophet who built the Ka‘bah and his son who helped him.
Ibrahim (A.S.) and Isma‘il (A.S.)
What is the shortest surah of the Qur’an?
Surah Kauthar
What should Muslims say after finishing?
Alhamdulillah
What is the plain called where pilgrims stand and pray?
Arafat
Explain the difference between Tawheed and Shirk.
Tawheed is worshipping Allah alone; Shirk is associating partners with Him.
Why is Abu Bakr (R.A.) considered one of the greatest companions?
His faith, loyalty, leadership, and support of Islam
Why should Muslims reflect on the Qur’an, not just recite it?
For guidance, understanding, and applying it in daily life
Besides self-control, name two lessons fasting teaches.
Gratitude, compassion for the poor, awareness of Allah.
What is the purpose of Hajj?
To worship Allah and remember Prophet Ibrahim’s obedience.