Ramadan Basics
Which two Islamic months come before and after Ramadan?
Sha’ban and Shawwal
How many Surahs are in the Quran?
114
Which prophet built the Kaaba with his son Ismail?
Prophet Ibrahim (AS)
What is the fidya?
Feeding a poor person when someone cannot fast
How many pillars of Islam are there?
Five
Which pillar of Islam is fasting in Ramadan?
The 4th pillar
Which Surah is the longest in the Quran?
Surah Al-Baqarah
Which prophet was swallowed by a whale?
Prophet Yunus (AS)
What is the kaffarah for intentionally breaking a fast?
Fast 60 consecutive days or feed 60 poor people
What is the name of the well near the Kaaba?
Zamzam
What special night in Ramadan is better than 1000 months?
Laylat al-Qadr
Which Surah is known as the “Heart of the Quran”?
Surah Ya-Sin
Which prophet could speak as a baby to defend his mother?
Prophet Isa (AS)
Does swallowing saliva break the fast?
No
What is the Arabic word for charity that is obligatory?
Zakat
What is the Arabic term for making the intention to fast?
Niyyah
Which Surah is recommended to read on Fridays?
Surah Al-Kahf
Which prophet was known for his wisdom and ability to judge fairly?
Prophet Sulayman (AS)
What is the Sunnah food to break the fast with?
Dates
What was the first mosque built in Islam?
Masjid Quba
Which battle took place during Ramadan in 624 CE?
Battle of Badr
Which Surah does not begin with “Bismillah”?
Surah At-Tawbah
Which prophet lived the longest according to Islamic tradition (about 950 years preaching)?
Prophet Nuh (AS)
Which prayer marks the start of fasting each day?
Fajr
Which companion was the first muezzin (caller to prayer)?
Bilal ibn Rabah (RA)