Islamic History
Qur'an
Prophets
Islamic Law
Islamic Geography
100

What is the name of the first mosque built by the Prophet Muhamamd (SAW) in Madinah?

Masjid Quba
100

What is the first surah in the Qur'an?

The first surah is Al-Fatiha.
100

Who is known as the father of prophets?

The Prophet Ibrahim is known as the father of prophets.
100

What are the five pillars of Islam?

(Must name all 5)

Shahada (Declaration of faith), Salah (Prayer), Zakat (Almsgiving/Charity), Sawm Ramadan (Fasting in Ramadan), and Hajj (Pilgrimage).

100
What are the names of the three holy cities/sites in Islam?


(Must name at least 2)

1) Makkah, Saudi Arabia

2) Madinah, Saudi Arabia

3) Al-Quds (Jerusalem), Palestine 

200

In which year did the Battle of Badr take place?

The Battle of Badr took place in the year 624 CE, or the second year after the migration of the Prophet (Hijrah) [2 AH].

200

Which surah is known as the heart of the Qur'an?

Surah Yasin is known as the heart of the Qur'an.


200

Which prophet is known for his patience during his trials?

The Prophet Ayyub is known for his patience during his trials.

200

What is the percentage of a persons wealth do they need to give in Zakat (almsgiving/compulsory charity)?

2.5% of the individuals annually accumulated wealth.

200

In which country is the city of Al-Aqsa located?

Palestine 


300

Name the treaty that marked the end of the hostility between the Muslims of Madinah and the Quraysh of Makkah.

The treaty was known as the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah. 

300

How many surahs are there in the Qur'an?

There are 114 surahs in the Qur'an.



300

Which prophet is associated with the construction of the famous sea vessel?

The Prophet Nuh is known to have built the famous sea vessel, the Ark.

300

What is the significance of Ramadan?

Ramadan has two main points of significance:

1) the month in which the Holy Qur'an was revealed in

2) the month in which Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset

300

What is the significance of the city of Kufa in Islamic history

It served as a major center of Islamic learning and political power during the early Islamic period, being founded by the second Caliph, 'Umar ibn Al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with him).

400

What is the significance of the Battle of Khandaq (The Battle of the Trench) in Islamic History?

1) First recorded use of trench warfare engineered by the companion Salman Al Farsi 

2) The battle was significant because it was a major victory for the Muslims against the Quraish and their allies during the seige of Madinah.

400

What are the names of the angels who will question people in their graves?

(Must name both)

The angels who question people in their grave are Munkar and Nakir.

400

What is the name of the only women mentioned in the Qur'an and what is her significance?

Maryam, who is the Mother of 'Isa.

400
What is the Arabic name for the pilgrimage and the lesser pilgrimage?

Hajj and 'Umrah 

400

What is the name of the mountain in which revelation was given to the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and what is the name of the cave?
(Must name both)

Jabal Nour (Mountain of Light)
Ghar Hira (Cave of Hira)

500

Name the 4 Rightly Guided Caliphs (Khulafa ar-Rasidun).

(Must name all 4 to get the full points - if not 0 points)

The four rightly guided caliphs are Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, and Ali [may Allah be pleased with them all].

500

What is the theme of Surah Al-Masad)

May the hands of Abu Lahab be ruined, and ruined is he. His wealth will not avail him or that which he gained. He will [enter to] burn in a Fire of [blazing] flame. And his wife [as well] - the carrier of firewood. Around her neck is a rope of [twisted] fiber.

The condemnation of Abu Lahab and his wife.


500

Who is refered to as Khalilullah (the friend of Allah) in the Qur'an?

Prophet Ibrahim.


500
Name one Fardh (compulsory) action of 'Umrah (lesser pilgrimage).

1) Entering into the state of Ihram with the intention.

2) Tawaf around the Ka'bah 7 times.

500

Which city served as the capital of the Umayyad Caliphate?

The city of Damascus in Syria.