Islamic History Quiz
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Which event marked the beginning of the Islamic calendar?

  • Encounter with the angel Gabriel
  • Birth of Muhammad
  • Night of Power and Excellence
  • Hijra (Migration) (correct)

What significant vision did Muhammad experience in 621?

  • First Revelation
  • Battle of Badr
  • Medina Covenant
  • Night Journey (correct)

What is a major source of tension between Sunni and Shi'ite Muslims?

  • View on the Night Journey
  • Historical lineage of leadership (correct)
  • Religious texts interpretation
  • Practice of daily prayers

Which of the following practices is prohibited in Islam with regard to religious figures?

<p>Depictions of the prophet Muhammad (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a shared belief among Islam, Judaism, and Christianity?

<p>Belief in one God (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What event marked the beginning of the Muslim calendar in 622?

<p>The Hijra (migration to Medina) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a key difference between Sunni and Shi'ite Muslims?

<p>Shi'ite Muslims view the Prophet Muhammad's family as divinely appointed leaders (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the Five Pillars of Islam?

<p>The fundamental acts of worship and practice for Muslims (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Quran in Islam?

<p>It is considered the literal word of God as revealed to Muhammad (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase describes an important cultural practice among Muslims?

<p>Participation in daily prayers facing Mecca (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Muhammad receive his first revelation?

<p>610 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant event is associated with the year 622 CE?

<p>Journey to Medina (Hijra) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following events occurred in 630 CE?

<p>Mecca surrendered to Muhammad (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Muslim belief, what was revealed to Jesus?

<p>The Gospels (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the diagram legend featuring a circle with a cross symbolize?

<p>Concepts of ancestors in faith (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Shi'ites primarily rely on for religious guidance?

<p>The teacher or successor of Muhammad (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the primary source of religious guidance for Sunnis?

<p>Religious Text (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main issues that led to the schism between Sunnis and Shi'ites?

<p>The succession of leadership after Muhammad (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Sunnis view the interpretation of Islam compared to Shi'ites?

<p>Sunnis look to religious texts while Shi'ites turn to successors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is common in both the Sunni and Shia branches regarding their interpretation of Islam?

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Flashcards

Misconceptions about Islam

Common, inaccurate beliefs about Islam and their correction.

Muhammad's life events

Key events in Muhammad's life, significant for understanding Islam's beginnings.

Pre-Islamic Arabia

The Arabian Peninsula before the emergence of Islam: its society and conditions.

Sunni-Shi'ite division

The two major branches of Islam, differing on leadership succession after Muhammad.

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Islam's relationship with Judaism/Christianity

Islam's shared roots and commonalities with these two faith traditions.

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Five Pillars of Islam

The five fundamental duties in Islam, encompassing faith, prayer, charity, fasting, and pilgrimage.

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Muslim

A follower of Islam.

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Quran

The central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be the verbatim word of God.

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Sunni and Shi'a

The two major branches of Islam, differing primarily on issues of religious leadership and succession.

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Hijra

The emigration of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE, a pivotal event in Islamic history.

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Shia Branch

A branch of Islam that looks to religious authority, specifically the successors of Muhammad, for guidance.

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Sunni Branch

A branch of Islam that looks to the Quran (religious text) for guidance.

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Islamic Schism

The division of Islam into Sunni and Shia branches, stemming from differing interpretations of specific historical events.

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Religious Authority

The concept within Shia Islam that emphasizes the importance of religious leaders, successors of Muhammad, for interpreting religious texts.

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Religious Text

In Sunni Islam, the Quran is the primary religious text used for guidance and interpretation.

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Battle of Badr

A key battle in 624 CE where the Muslim army, led by Muhammad, defeated the Meccans.

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Mecca Surrender

In 630 CE, Mecca surrendered to Muhammad, marking a pivotal moment in the spread of Islam.

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Muhammad's Death

Muhammad died in 632 CE, marking a crucial point in the history of Islam.

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Quran's role

Muslims believe the Quran is the final divine revelation received by Muhammad.

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