Ramadan Basics
Ramadan follows which type of calendar: solar or lunar?
Lunar
From which two daily prayer times do Muslims fast between?
Fajr to Maghrib
What greeting do muslims commonly say during ramadan?
“Ramadan Mubarak” or “Ramadan Kareem”
What meal breaks the fast at sunset?
Iftar
Can you make up fasts you missed during ramadan yes or no?
yes
The sighting of what object in the sky traditionally marks the start of Ramadan?
crescent moon
What Arabic word refers to fasting during Ramadan?
sawn
Which country is famous for announcing the start of Ramadan first each year?
Saudi arabia
What meal is eaten before dawn to prepare for the fast?
Suhoor
Who is the prophet/messenger in islam?
Muhammed
About how many days does Ramadan usually last?
29 or 30 days
Name one group of people who are generally exempt from fasting.
children/sick/travelers/elderly/pregnant
How many times do muslims pray a day?
5 times a day
What holiday celebrates the end of Ramadan?
Eid-al-Fitr
Which of the 5 pillars is Ramadan?
Fasting
Ramadan commemorates the first revelation of which holy book to Prophet Muhammad?
Qur'an
Which fruit is traditionally eaten to break the fast, following the Prophet Muhammad’s practice?
dates
Why do muslims give charity during ramadan?
This is a act of kindness to give to the less fortunate a significant part of worship and strengthening the connection with god and community.
What decorative item symbolizing light is commonly displayed during Ramadan nights?
Lanterns
why do muslims fast during ramadan?
Because going without food and drink makes you understand how people in need feel, encouraging compassion and generosity.
Ramadan is the ___ month of the Islamic calendar.
ninth
If someone accidentally eats or drinks while fasting, is the fast automatically broken?
no
During Ramadan, Muslims often increase good deeds and perform extra prayers at night. What is this called?
Taraweeh
During Ramadan, Muslims around the world face a specific direction when praying. Which city and sacred structure are they facing?
Mecca towards the Kabba
Ramadan lasts about a month and moves earlier each year in the Gregorian(solar) calendar. Why do you think this happens?
Because the Islamic calendar is based on the moon, which is shorter than the solar (Gregorian) year, so Ramadan shifts earlier each year.