Islamiat Quiz ISL101

Lecture 1: Fundamentals of Islam

1. What is the literal meaning of the word 'Islam'?

A) Justice

B) Peace and submission

C) Knowledge and wisdom

D) Unity and strength

Correct Answer: B) Peace and submission

2. According to the Qur'an (Al-Baqarah 2:208), how should believers enter Islam?

A) Through worship only

B) By partial acceptance

C) With complete and whole submission

D) Only through prayer and fasting

Correct Answer: C) With complete and whole submission

3. What is the root word of Islam in Arabic?

A) Wahd

B) Salm

C) Aqada

D) Shahada

Correct Answer: B) Salm

4. Which Prophet is mentioned as the completion of the chain of religion?

A) Musa (A.S)

B) Isa (A.S)

C) Dawud (A.S)

D) Muhammad (PBUH)

Correct Answer: D) Muhammad (PBUH)

5. What is the first among Islamic beliefs?

A) Belief in angels

B) Belief in Tawheed

C) Belief in the Last Day

D) Belief in the Books

Correct Answer: B) Belief in Tawheed

6. Tawheed means belief in:

A) Many gods

B) Prophethood

C) Oneness of Allah

D) Human freedom

Correct Answer: C) Oneness of Allah

7. What is the biggest advantage of belief in Tawheed?

A) It encourages wealth

B) It promotes nationalism

C) It protects human self-esteem

D) It eliminates all emotions

Correct Answer: C) It protects human self-esteem

8. Which Surah describes the most comprehensive concept of Tawheed?

A) Surah Al-Baqarah

B) Surah An-Nisa

C) Surah Al-Ikhlas

D) Surah Al-Fatiha

Correct Answer: C) Surah Al-Ikhlas

9. What does belief in Tawheed lead to in terms of trust?

A) Trust in people

B) Trust in government

C) Tawakkul (Trust in Allah)

D) Economic independence

Correct Answer: C) Tawakkul (Trust in Allah)

10. Which feeling is strengthened by belief in Tawheed during hardship?

A) Isolation

B) Sadness

C) Contentment and peace

D) Rebellion

Correct Answer: C) Contentment and peace

Lecture 2: Islamic Concept of Worship

1. The Arabic word 'Ibadat' is derived from which root word?

A) Rabb

B) Abd

C) Salm

D) Fiqh

Correct Answer: B) Abd

2. What is the literal meaning of the word "Abd"?

A) Owner

B) Teacher

C) Servant

D) Creator

Correct Answer: C) Servant

3. According to Islam, which of the following is not considered a formal act of worship?

A) Prayer

B) Fasting

C) Paying Zakat

D) Singing

Correct Answer: D) Singing

4. How many pillars is the religion of Islam based upon, as per the Hadith?

A) Four

B) Five

C) Six

D) Seven

Correct Answer: B) Five

5. Which of the following is NOT one of the five pillars of Islam?

A) Shahadah

B) Zakat

C) Hajj

D) Jihad

Correct Answer: D) Jihad

6. Which religion allows worship to take place anywhere on earth?

A) Christianity

B) Judaism

C) Islam

D) Hinduism

Correct Answer: C) Islam

7. In Islam, which everyday action can also be considered worship if done with the right intention?

A) Sleeping

B) Watching movies

C) Playing games

D) Traveling for fun

Correct Answer: A) Sleeping

8. Which month is fasting obligatory for Muslims?

A) Shawwal

B) Muharram

C) Ramadan

D) Dhul-Hijjah

Correct Answer: C) Ramadan

9. What is the significance of the Hadith that lists the five pillars of Islam?

A) It shows the diversity in Islam

B) It identifies the acts of worship foundational to Islam

C) It lists the prophets

D) It defines the Sharia law

Correct Answer: B) It identifies the acts of worship foundational to Islam

10. What is required for an act to be considered worship in Islam?

A) Public recognition

B) A scholarly certificate

C) Humility and belief in God

D) Wealth and influence

Correct Answer: C) Humility and belief in God

Lecture 3: Beliefs in Islam – I

1. What is the meaning of ‘Iman’ in Arabic?

A) Submission

B) Worship

C) Belief

D) Charity

Correct Answer: C) Belief

2. How many articles of faith are there in Islam?

A) 3

B) 5

C) 6

D) 7

Correct Answer: C) 6

3. What is the foundation of the Islamic faith?

A) Belief in miracles

B) Belief in prophets

C) Belief in the unseen

D) Belief in creation

Correct Answer: C) Belief in the unseen

4. Which Surah mentions that Islam is the only religion in the sight of Allah?

A) Al-Fatiha

B) Al-Baqarah

C) Aal-e-Imran

D) An-Nisa

Correct Answer: C) Aal-e-Imran

5. According to Islam, what does belief in angels ensure?

A) Fear of death

B) Obedience to society

C) Constant awareness of being watched

D) Freedom from obligations

Correct Answer: C) Constant awareness of being watched

6. What does Tawheed affirm?

A) Belief in divine books

B) Oneness of Allah

C) Guidance of prophets

D) Reward and punishment

Correct Answer: B) Oneness of Allah

7. Which act contradicts the belief in Tawheed?

A) Praying Salah

B) Associating partners with Allah

C) Paying Zakat

D) Reading the Qur’an

Correct Answer: B) Associating partners with Allah

8. Belief in the Day of Judgment encourages:

A) Luxury in life

B) Apathy

C) Accountability and responsibility

D) Material accumulation

Correct Answer: C) Accountability and responsibility

9. What role do prophets play according to Islamic belief?

A) They lead armies

B) They collect taxes

C) They convey Allah’s message

D) They build temples

Correct Answer: C) They convey Allah’s message

10. Which of the following is not part of the six articles of faith?

A) Belief in angels

B) Belief in fate

C) Belief in democracy

D) Belief in divine books

Correct Answer: C) Belief in democracy

Lecture 4: Beliefs in Islam – II

1. What does belief in the Books of Allah entail?

A) Reading only the Qur'an

B) Memorizing all scriptures

C) Believing in all divine books revealed to prophets

D) Studying Jewish and Christian texts

Correct Answer: C) Believing in all divine books revealed to prophets

2. The Holy Qur'an was revealed to:

A) Prophet Musa (A.S)

B) Prophet Isa (A.S)

C) Prophet Ibrahim (A.S)

D) Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

Correct Answer: D) Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

3. Which of the following is NOT a divine book mentioned in Islamic belief?

A) Zabur

B) Torah

C) Psalms

D) Bible

Correct Answer: D) Bible

4. What was the purpose of sending messengers according to Islam?

A) To collect taxes

B) To establish kingdoms

C) To deliver divine messages

D) To perform miracles

Correct Answer: C) To deliver divine messages

5. What is the final revealed book in Islam?

A) Injeel

B) Torah

C) Qur'an

D) Zabur

Correct Answer: C) Qur'an

6. Who is considered the last Prophet in Islam?

A) Isa (A.S)

B) Dawud (A.S)

C) Ibrahim (A.S)

D) Muhammad (PBUH)

Correct Answer: D) Muhammad (PBUH)

7. Which of the following is a condition of belief in the unseen (Ghaib)?

A) Having seen miracles

B) Physical evidence

C) Strong conviction in what Allah has informed

D) Hearing from non-Muslim sources

Correct Answer: C) Strong conviction in what Allah has informed

8. What is the significance of belief in life after death in Islam?

A) To predict the future

B) To justify human suffering

C) To create fear only

D) To reinforce accountability and righteous conduct

Correct Answer: D) To reinforce accountability and righteous conduct

9. What motivates Muslims to do good deeds based on belief in the Hereafter?

A) Fame

B) Fear of worldly punishment

C) Hope of reward and fear of punishment in the next life

D) Peer pressure

Correct Answer: C) Hope of reward and fear of punishment in the next life

10. Which of the following is not among the six pillars of faith in Islam?

A) Belief in Qadar (Destiny)

B) Belief in reincarnation

C) Belief in the Prophets

D) Belief in the Angels

Correct Answer: B) Belief in reincarnation

Lecture 5: Surah Al-Hujurat (Verses 1–2)

1. What is the main theme of Surah Al-Hujurat (verses 1-2)?

A) Fasting rules

B) Economic guidance

C) Respect and manners towards the Prophet (PBUH)

D) Islamic history

Correct Answer: C) Respect and manners towards the Prophet (PBUH)

2. What does the Qur'an instruct regarding raising one’s voice above the Prophet’s (PBUH)?

A) It is encouraged for discussion

B) It is recommended only during war

C) It should be avoided out of respect

D) It shows leadership

Correct Answer: C) It should be avoided out of respect

3. According to Surah Al-Hujurat, what happens if one raises their voice above the Prophet's?

A) They gain more knowledge

B) Their deeds may become worthless

C) They are rewarded for boldness

D) They become leaders

Correct Answer: B) Their deeds may become worthless

4. What does the term "Tafsir" refer to?

A) Memorization of Hadith

B) Rituals of prayer

C) Explanation or interpretation of the Qur'an

D) History of Islam

Correct Answer: C) Explanation or interpretation of the Qur'an

5. Who are the two main companions known for their Tafsir?

A) Abu Bakr and Umar

B) Ali and Uthman

C) Abdullah bin Abbas and Ubai bin Ka’ab

D) Bilal and Khalid

Correct Answer: C) Abdullah bin Abbas and Ubai bin Ka’ab

6. What is one of the first regular written Tafsir works?

A) Sahih Bukhari

B) Musnad Ahmad

C) Tafsir al-Tabari

D) Muwatta Malik

Correct Answer: C) Tafsir al-Tabari

7. Which of the following is not a source of Qur’anic Tafsir?

A) The Qur'an itself

B) Ahadith of the Prophet (PBUH)

C) Sayings of philosophers

D) Arabic language

Correct Answer: C) Sayings of philosophers

8. What quality is essential for a person writing Tafsir?

A) Poetic skill

B) Business knowledge

C) Proficiency in Arabic and Hadith sciences

D) Military experience

Correct Answer: C) Proficiency in Arabic and Hadith sciences

9. What does Surah Al-Hujurat emphasize about speaking before the Prophet (PBUH)?

A) It is a right of all Muslims

B) It is better to remain silent

C) One should not put words before the Prophet

D) It enhances respect

Correct Answer: C) One should not put words before the Prophet

10. Why is Surah Al-Hujurat significant in social ethics?

A) It explains warfare rules

B) It discusses trade

C) It teaches about respect, manners, and discipline

D) It guides on pilgrimage

Correct Answer: C) It teaches about respect, manners, and discipline

Lecture 6: Surah Al-Hujurat (Verses 11–13)

1. What is the key social message of Surah Al-Hujurat (Verses 11–13)?

A) Trade laws

B) Brotherhood and respect in society

C) Laws of inheritance

D) Importance of rituals

Correct Answer: B) Brotherhood and respect in society

2. According to verse 11 of Surah Al-Hujurat, what is prohibited among believers?

A) Giving charity

B) Performing Hajj

C) Mocking and insulting one another

D) Eating meat

Correct Answer: C) Mocking and insulting one another

3. What does Allah say about the best person among the believers in verse 13?

A) The richest one

B) The most knowledgeable

C) The most pious (Taqwa)

D) The strongest warrior

Correct Answer: C) The most pious (Taqwa)

4. What does the term “Taqwa” mean?

A) Physical strength

B) Wealth and influence

C) Consciousness and fear of Allah

D) Knowledge of laws

Correct Answer: C) Consciousness and fear of Allah

5. Surah Al-Hujurat emphasizes avoiding:

A) Marriage outside the tribe

B) Voting in elections

C) Suspicion, spying, and backbiting

D) Memorization of long Surahs

Correct Answer: C) Suspicion, spying, and backbiting

6. Which practice is encouraged in the social context of Surah Al-Hujurat?

A) Segregation

B) Mutual respect and good assumptions

C) Economic competition

D) Isolation

Correct Answer: B) Mutual respect and good assumptions

7. Why is it prohibited to call someone by offensive nicknames?

A) It is against cultural norms

B) It may lead to social status loss

C) It is disliked by the Prophet

D) It offends and disrespects the dignity of others

Correct Answer: D) It offends and disrespects the dignity of others

8. What does Surah Al-Hujurat teach about equality?

A) All people are equal regardless of race or tribe

B) Only men are superior

C) Arabs are superior

D) Scholars are always superior

Correct Answer: A) All people are equal regardless of race or tribe

9. What does Allah say about the creation of nations and tribes?

A) To dominate each other

B) For economic benefits

C) To recognize and know each other

D) For competition

Correct Answer: C) To recognize and know each other

10. What is the consequence of slandering or spying according to the Surah?

A) Social fame

B) Political power

C) A major sin and violation of brotherhood

D) Gaining public trust

Correct Answer: C) A major sin and violation of brotherhood

Module 1 (Verses 1–2)

Q1: What is the main message of Surah Al-Hujurat, verse 2?

A. To give charity in secret
B. To perform Hajj properly
✅ C. To not raise one's voice above the voice of the Prophet (PBUH)
D. To fast during Ramadan

Q2: What lesson is derived from the story of Thabit bin Qais bin Shammas in the context of verse 2?

A. He disobeyed the Prophet (PBUH)
✅ B. He was distressed due to his naturally loud voice and was consoled by the Prophet (PBUH)
C. He fought in the battle of Badr
D. He was criticized for his appearance

Module 2 (Verses 3–5)

Q3: According to verse 3, those who lower their voices in the presence of the Prophet (PBUH)...

A. Are disrespecting the message
B. Are unaware of etiquettes
✅ C. Are those whose hearts Allah has tested for Taqwa
D. Have weak faith

Q4: What does verse 4 criticize?

A. People who fast incorrectly
✅ B. People who call out to the Prophet (PBUH) from behind chambers
C. People who miss prayers
D. People who eat unlawful food

Q5: According to verse 5, what would have been better for those who called out from outside?

A. If they had brought gifts
✅ B. If they had waited patiently for the Prophet (PBUH) to come out
C. If they had offered Salah first
D. If they had consulted companions

Module 3 (Verses 6–8)

Q6: What should be done if a wicked person brings news, as per verse 6?

✅ A. Verify the news before acting on it
B. Share it with everyone
C. Ignore it
D. Spread it quickly

Q7: According to verse 7, who knows what is best for the believers?

A. The rulers
✅ B. The Prophet (PBUH)
C. The scholars
D. The angels

Q8: What has Allah made beautiful in the hearts of believers, as per verse 7?

A. Fame
B. Wealth
✅ C. Faith
D. Power

Module 4 (Verses 9–11)

Q9: What is the instruction in verse 9 when two Muslim parties fight?

✅ A. Reconcile between them
B. Punish both
C. Ignore the conflict
D. Choose sides

Q10: According to verse 10, what is the relationship among believers?

A. They are rivals
✅ B. They are brothers
C. They are strangers
D. They are teachers and students

Q11: According to verse 11, what is prohibited?

A. Traveling to non-Muslim lands
✅ B. Mocking others, name-calling, and fault-finding
C. Praying at night
D. Wearing luxurious clothes

Module 1 (Verse 12)

Q1: According to Surah Al-Hujurat (49:12), what should believers avoid?

A. Attending social gatherings
✅ B. Suspicion, spying, and backbiting
C. Helping the needy
D. Learning new languages

Q2: What is backbiting compared to in the Qur'an (49:12)?

A. Drinking impure water
✅ B. Eating the flesh of one's dead brother
C. Stealing from a neighbor
D. Telling lies to a scholar

Q3: In which of the following cases is backbiting allowed in Islam?

✅ A. When seeking justice or religious advice
B. To criticize leaders
C. To express personal dislike
D. To win arguments

Module 2 (Verse 13)

Q4: According to Surah Al-Hujurat (49:13), what is the standard of honor in the sight of Allah?

A. Wealth
B. Lineage
✅ C. Taqwa (piety)
D. Knowledge

Q5: What is the primary purpose of dividing humans into nations and tribes?

A. To establish power structures
✅ B. To recognize one another
C. To compete for resources
D. To claim superiority

Module 3 (Verses 14–18)

Q6: In Surah Al-Hujurat (49:14), what were the Bedouins instructed to say instead of “We have believed”?

✅ A. “We have submitted”
B. “We are truthful”
C. “We are the chosen ones”
D. “We seek forgiveness”

Q7: According to verse 15, who are the true believers?

A. Those who memorize the Qur'an
✅ B. Those who believe without doubt and strive with their wealth and lives in Allah’s cause
C. Those who lead others
D. Those who pray and fast regularly

Q8: What mistake did some Bedouins make, as mentioned in verses 16–17?

A. They forgot to pray
B. They denied the Prophet (PBUH)
✅ C. They considered Islam a favor from themselves to the Prophet (PBUH)
D. They asked for worldly wealth

Q9: According to verse 18, what does Allah know?

✅ A. The unseen in the heavens and earth and all actions
B. Only what is written in books
C. The past events only
D. Only the thoughts of angels