Study File 1- Islamic Val 1

1. What is the significance of offering the Witr prayer in Islam?

a) It replaces the obligatory Fajr prayer

b) It is a Sunnah Mu'akkadah prayer

c) It is considered one of the most virtuous prayers

d) It is performed only on Fridays

Correct Answer: c) It is considered one of the most virtuous prayers

2. Which of the following conditions can nullify Salah?

a) Making minor involuntary movements

b) Offering voluntary Sunnah prayers after Salah

c) Reciting Surah Al-Fatiha silently

d) Wearing clean and modest clothing during prayer

**Correct Answer: a) Making minor involuntary movements**

3. How does speaking intentionally during Salah affect the validity of the prayer?

a) It enhances the prayer experience

b) It has no impact on the validity

c) It nullifies the prayer

d) It makes the prayer optional

**Correct Answer: c) It nullifies the prayer**

4. Which of the following actions can break the continuity of Salah?

a) Correcting a mistake in the recitation

b) Performing voluntary prayers after the obligatory Salah

c) Bowing (Rukoo') without bending at the waist

d) Offering Salah with a full stomach

**Correct Answer: b) Performing voluntary prayers after the obligatory Salah

5. You are in a remote mountainous area for a hiking trip, and you've run out of water. You need to
perform Wudu (ablution) for Salah (prayer). What should you do?

a) Continue without performing Wudu and pray later when you find water.

b) Use the water from a nearby stream, even though it may not be clean.

c) Perform Tayammum and then Wudu to pray.

d) Perform Salah without Wudu or Tayammum.

Correct answer: c) Perform Tayammum and then Wudu to pray.

6. How many times a day are Muslims required to perform the compulsory Salah (prayer)?

a) Three times

b) Four times

c) Five times

d) Six times

Correct answer: c) Five times

7. Which of the following is NOT one of the five daily obligatory prayers in Islam?

a) Fajr

b) Duha

c) Asr

d) Isha

Correct answer: b) Duha

8. Which of the following best represents the significance of the five daily obligatory prayers in Islam?

a) A routine task to fulfill religious duty

b) An opportunity for reflection and spiritual connection throughout the day

c) A way to earn material rewards in the afterlife

d) A form of exercise to maintain physical health

Correct answer: b) An opportunity for reflection and spiritual connection throughout the day

9. What are meritorious acts of Salah also known as?

a) Sunnah acts

b) Obligatory acts

c) Voluntary acts

d) Farz acts

Correct Answer: c) Voluntary acts

10. Which of the following is NOT considered a meritorious act in Salah?

a) Reciting Surah Al-Fatiha

 b) Raising the hands during Takbir al-Ihram

c) Offering extra voluntary prayers (Sunnah)

d) Performing the obligatory prayers with delay

Correct Answer: d) Performing the obligatory prayers with delay

11. Consider the scenario: A Muslim traveler is on a long-haul flight and will be crossing multiple time
zones. How should they adjust their Salah (prayer) schedule?

a) Perform all the prayers during the flight at the local time zone of departure.

b) Wait until they reach their final destination to perform all the missed prayers together.

c) Follow the prayer times of the destination they departed from.

d) Consult with the flight attendants for guidance on when to pray.

Correct answer: c) Follow the prayer times of the destination they departed from.

12. What is the primary purpose of the Adhan (call to prayer) in Islam?

a) To announce the beginning of Ramadan

b) To gather Muslims for communal meals

c) To signal the time for obligatory daily prayers

d) To announce the annual Hajj pilgrimage

Correct answer: c) To signal the time for obligatory daily prayers

13. Which city is considered the Qiblah (direction of prayer) for Muslims around the world?

a) Mecca
 b) Medina

c) Jerusalem

d) Cairo

Correct answer: a) Mecca

14. How does the Adhan (call to prayer) serve as a unifying element in the Muslim community?

a) By reminding Muslims of the importance of daily exercise.

b) By announcing the start of special occasions and celebrations.

c) By creating a sense of belonging and signaling the time for communal worship.

d) By promoting charitable acts and community service.

Correct answer: c) By creating a sense of belonging and signaling the time for communal worship.

15. How does the concept of Qiblah (the direction of prayer) connect Muslims worldwide?

a) It establishes a common language for all Muslims.

b) It ensures that all Muslims face a specific city during prayer.

c) It dictates the types of clothing Muslims should wear.

d) It regulates the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.

Correct answer: b) It ensures that all Muslims face a specific city during prayer.

16. What is Qunut in the context of Islamic prayer?

 a) A special type of food served during Ramadan

b) A supplication recited during the Witr prayer

c) The direction Muslims face during Salah

d) A mosque's central prayer area

Correct answer: b) A supplication recited during the Witr prayer

17. Which part of the Islamic prayer does Qunut typically occur?

a) At the beginning of the Salah

b) During the Ruku (bowing) position

c) In the final Rak'ah (unit) of the Witr prayer

d) After the Sujood (prostration)

Correct answer: c) In the final Rak'ah (unit) of the Witr prayer

18. During which specific circumstances might a Muslim choose to include personal supplications in the
Qunut of their prayer?

a) Only when praying in a mosque

b) Whenever they feel like it, as it's optional

c) When facing a specific hardship or crisis

d) During the Friday congregational prayer

Correct answer: c) When facing a specific hardship or crisis

19. How does the recitation of Qunut in the Witr prayer reflect the connection between individual and
collective supplication in Islamic worship?
 a) Qunut is only recited in individual prayers, emphasizing personal devotion.

b) Qunut is a collective act of supplication, strengthening the bond among worshippers.

c) Qunut is exclusively recited during the Friday prayer, fostering community unity.

d) Qunut is not related to supplication but is a recitation of Quranic verses.

Correct answer: b) Qunut is a collective act of supplication, strengthening the bond among worshippers.

20. What distinguishes the Friday prayer (Jumu'ah) from the daily five obligatory prayers (Salah) in
Islam?

a) Friday prayer is only for men, while daily prayers are for everyone.

b) Friday prayer is longer and includes a sermon (Khutbah).

c) Friday prayer is not obligatory, unlike the daily prayers.

d) Friday prayer can be performed at any time during the day.

Correct answer: b) Friday prayer is longer and includes a sermon (Khutbah).

21. Why is the Friday prayer considered a congregational obligation for Muslim men, while the daily
prayers can be performed individually?

a) Friday prayer is performed in a mosque, while daily prayers can be done anywhere.

b) Friday prayer has a unique significance as a weekly gathering of the Muslim community.

c) Friday prayer requires a larger congregation than daily prayers.

d) Friday prayer replaces the daily prayers for that day.

Correct answer: b) Friday prayer has a unique significance as a weekly gathering of the Muslim
community.
22. How does the Friday sermon (Khutbah) during Jumu'ah relate to the themes of social and ethical
guidance in Islam?

a) The Khutbah primarily focuses on personal spiritual development.

b) The Khutbah has no connection to social or ethical topics.

c) The Khutbah often addresses current societal issues and imparts moral guidance.

d) The Khutbah is recited in a language not understood by the congregation.

Correct answer: c) The Khutbah often addresses current societal issues and imparts moral guidance.

23. In Islamic jurisprudence, what is the ruling if a Muslim misses the Friday prayer (Jumu'ah) without a
valid excuse?

a) There is no specific ruling; it's left to the individual's discretion.

b) The person must make up for it by performing extra daily prayers.

c) It is considered a grave sin, and the person should seek forgiveness.

d) Missing Jumu'ah is not a matter of religious concern.

Correct answer: c) It is considered a grave sin, and the person should seek forgiveness.

24. Which of the following is NOT one of the five compulsory acts of Salah?

a) Standing

b) Recitation of Surah Al-Fatiha

c) Ruku (bowing)

d) Tasbih (counting beads)

C.A: d) Tasbih (counting beads)

25. During Salah, which act involves prostration with the forehead, nose, both palms, both knees, and
toes touching the ground?

a) Sujood (prostration)

b) Qiyam (standing)

c) Qira'ah (recitation)

d) Tashahhud (testification)

C.A: a) Sujood (prostration)

26. What is the Arabic term for the intention or resolve to perform Salah, which is a key element before
starting the prayer?

a) Dua (supplication)

b) Wudu (ablution)

c) Niyyah (intention)

d) Zakat (charity)

C.A: c) Niyyah (intention)

27. Which act involves raising one's hands to the level of the shoulders or ears while saying "Allahu
Akbar" (Allah is the Greatest) to begin the Salah?

a) Ruku (bowing)

b) Sujood (prostration)

c) Qiyam (standing)

d) Takbir (raising hands)

C.A: d) Takbir (raising hands)

28. When in the standing position during Salah, which part of the Quran must a person recite after Surah
Al-Fatiha?

a) The entire Quran

b) Any verse of their choice

c) Surah Al-Ikhlas

d) A portion of another Surah

C.A: d) A portion of another Surah

29. What is the primary purpose of Sunnah acts in Salah?

a) To make the prayer obligatory

b) To enhance the spiritual reward of the prayer

c) To replace the obligatory acts of Salah

d) To shorten the prayer time

Correct Answer: b) To enhance the spiritual reward of the prayer

30. How many Rak'ahs (units of prayer) are there in the Sunnah Mu'akkadah (emphasized) prayers for
Dhuhr?

a) 2 Rak'ahs

b) 4 Rak'ahs

c) 6 Rak'ahs

d) 8 Rak'ahs

Correct Answer: b) 4 Rak'ahs

31. What is the purpose of Sunnah Rawatib prayers?

a) To be performed only during Ramadan

b) To replace the obligatory Salah

c) To make up for missed prayers

d) To establish a regular connection with Allah

Correct Answer: d) To establish a regular connection with Allah

32. Which Sunnah prayer is recommended before the Fajr prayer?

a) Sunnah Mu'akkadah

b) Sunnah Ghair Mu'akkadah

c) Witr prayer

d) Sunnah Rawatib

Correct Answer: a) Sunnah Mu'akkadah

33. What is the Sunnah action during the Takbir al-Ihram (opening Takbir) of Salah?

a) Raising both hands to the ears

b) Touching the ground with the forehead

c) Reciting Surah Al-Fatiha

d) Raising one hand to the chest

Correct Answer: a) Raising both hands to the ears

34. How many units of prayer (Rak'ahs) are generally recommended for the Taraweeh prayer during
Ramadan?

a) 2 Rak'ahs

b) 4 Rak'ahs

c) 8 Rak'ahs
 d) 20 Rak'ahs

Correct Answer: c) 8 Rak'ahs

35. Which act during Salah involves prostrating twice after the main prayer as an act of supplication?

a) Rukoo'

b) Sujood (prostration)

c) Qiyam (standing)

d) Tashahhud

Correct Answer: b) Sujood (prostration)

36. What is Tayammum primarily used for in Islam?

a) Cleaning the house

b) Purifying oneself when water is unavailable or unsuitable

c) A form of charity

d) Fasting during Ramadan

Correct answer: b) Purifying oneself when water is unavailable or unsuitable

37. Which parts of the body should be touched with the hands during Tayammum?

a) Face and feet

b) Entire body

c) Hands and feet

d) Just the face

Correct answer: c) Hands and feet

38. When is Tayammum considered valid for purification in Islamic jurisprudence?

a) Only during the daytime

b) When water is available but not convenient to use

c) In cases of extreme necessity, such as illness

d) Tayammum is never considered valid

Correct answer: c) In cases of extreme necessity, such as illness

39. In Islam, who is responsible for recording an individual's deeds, both good and bad?

A) Prophets

B) Angels on the right and left

C) Imams

D) Parents

Answer: B) Angels on the right and left

40. What is the holy book of Islam?

A) Bible

B) Torah

C) Quran

D) Talmud

Answer: C) Quran

41. What is the term for giving a portion of one's wealth to the less fortunate in Islam?

A) Salat

B) Hajj
 C) Zakat

D) Sawm (Fasting)

Answer: C) Zakat

42. Why does intentionally speaking during Salah affect the validity of the prayer?

a) It enhances the prayer experience

b) It has no impact on the validity

c) It nullifies the prayer

d) It is considered an extra act of worship

Correct Answer: c) It nullifies the prayer

43. How does the deliberate change in the direction of Qiblah during Salah impact the validity of the
prayer?

a) It doesn't affect the validity of Salah

b) It enhances concentration in prayer

c) It leads to a longer prayer

d) It invalidates the prayer

Correct Answer: d) It invalidates the prayer

44. What is the primary purpose of Sujood as-Sahw in Salah?

a) To seek forgiveness for sins committed during the prayer

b) To extend the duration of the prayer

c) To replace the obligatory prostrations

d) To add extra prostrations for increased reward

 **Correct Answer: a) To seek forgiveness for sins committed during the prayer**

45. When is Sujood as-Sahw performed during Salah?

a) When a worshiper wants to make the prayer longer

b) After completing the Sunnah (voluntary) prayers

c) When a portion of the prayer is forgotten or doubts arise

d) Only during special occasions like Eid Salah

**Correct Answer: c) When a portion of the prayer is forgotten or doubts arise**

46. In which Islamic school of thought is Sujood as-Sahw considered obligatory?

a) It is obligatory in all Islamic schools of thought

b) It is only obligatory in the Shafi'i school of thought

c) It is not considered obligatory in any school of thought

d) It is obligatory in the Hanafi and Maliki schools of thought

**Correct Answer: a) It is obligatory in all Islamic schools of thought**

47. Why is it important for a worshiper to perform Sujood as-Sahw correctly?

a) To make the prayer more elaborate

b) To fulfill a cultural tradition

c) To avoid having to repeat the entire prayer

d) To demonstrate humility to others

 **Correct Answer: c) To avoid having to repeat the entire prayer**

48. How many prostrations are typically performed during Sujood as-Sahw?

a) One prostration

b) Two prostrations

c) Three prostrations

d) Four prostrations

**Correct Answer: b) Two prostrations**

49. During the Salah, when should followers say "Ameen" aloud after the Imam recites Surah Al-Fatiha?

a) Immediately after the Imam finishes reciting

b) When they feel like it

c) In a whisper so others can't hear

d) Never say "Ameen" after the Imam

**Correct Answer: a) Immediately after the Imam finishes reciting**

50. What should a follower do if they join the congregational prayer late, and the Imam is already in
Rukoo' (bowing)?

a) Wait until the Imam stands up, then start the prayer

b) Begin the prayer from the standing position, and complete any missed Rak'ahs (units) at the end

c) Perform a separate prayer individually

d) Leave the mosque and pray elsewhere

 **Correct Answer: b) Begin the prayer from the standing position, and complete any missed Rak'ahs
(units) at the end**

51. If the Imam makes a mistake in the prayer, what should the followers do?

a) Correct the Imam aloud

b) Remain silent and let the Imam correct the mistake

c) Leave the congregation and pray individually

d) Say "Ameen" loudly to signal the mistake

**Correct Answer: b) Remain silent and let the Imam correct the mistake**

52. What percentage of one's savings is typically given as Zakat?

A) 5%

B) 10%

C) 15%

D) 20%

Answer: B) 10%

53. Which of the following is NOT an eligible recipient of Zakat?

A) Needy individuals

B) Family members

C) Islamic scholars

D) Those in debt

Answer: C) Islamic scholars

54. How often is Zakat typically paid?

 A) Daily

B) Weekly

C) Monthly

D) Annually

Answer: D) Annually

55. What is the Arabic term for the annual charitable donation on savings?

A) Sadqah

B) Zakat al-Fitr

C) Zakat al-Mal

D) Hajj

Answer: C) Zakat al-Mal

56. In Islam, what does Zakat aim to achieve?

A) Wealth accumulation

B) Poverty alleviation and social justice

C) Religious rituals

D) Personal enrichment

Answer: B) Poverty alleviation and social justice

57. What is the minimum amount of wealth (Nisab) required for Zakat to be obligatory?

A) No minimum

B) $1,000

C) Equivalent of 85 grams of gold

D) $10,000
 Answer: C) Equivalent of 85 grams of gold

58. Which lunar month is often recommended for giving Zakat al-Fitr?

A) Shawwal

B) Ramadan

C) Dhul-Hijjah

D) Rabi' al-Awwal

Answer: A) Shawwal

59. How is Zakat different from Sadaqah?

A) Zakat is obligatory, while Sadaqah is voluntary

B) Zakat is given only during Ramadan

C) Sadaqah is obligatory for all Muslims

D) Zakat is given to non-Muslims

Answer: A) Zakat is obligatory, while Sadaqah is voluntary

60. What does the term "Imãn" mean in Islam?

A) Charity

B) Faith or belief

C) Prayer

D) Fasting

Answer: B) Faith or belief

How many articles of faith (Imãn) are there in Islam?

A) 3
 B) 5

C) 6

D) 7

Answer: B) 5

61. Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Faith (articles of belief) in Islam?

A) Belief in one God (Tawhid)

B) Belief in angels

C) Belief in the importance of prayer (Salat)

D) Belief in the Hajj pilgrimage

Answer: D) Belief in the Hajj pilgrimage

62. Who is considered the final prophet in Islam?

A) Prophet Moses (Musa)

B) Prophet Jesus (Isa)

C) Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him)

D) Prophet Abraham (Ibrahim)

Answer: C) Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him)

63. What is the Islamic declaration of faith called?

A) Shahada

B) Salat

C) Zakat

D) Hajj

Answer: A) Shahada
64.Which concept in Islam refers to the oneness and uniqueness of Allah?

A) Tawhid

B) Salat

C) Zakat

D) Jihad

Answer: A) Tawhid

65. What is the term for associating partners with Allah, considered a grave sin in Islam?

A) Taqwa

B) Shirk

C) Sunnah

D) Fasting

Answer: B) Shirk

66. When following the Imam in a congregation, if a follower forgets the number of Rak'ahs (units)
performed, what should they do?

a) Assume the correct number of Rak'ahs and continue

b) Start over from the beginning of the prayer

c) Ask the person next to them for guidance

d) Complete the prayer and perform Sujood as-Sahw (prostration of forgetfulness) at the end if needed

Correct Answer: d) Complete the prayer and perform Sujood as-Sahw (prostration of forgetfulness) at
the end if needed**

67. If a follower is late for the congregational prayer and the Imam has completed the entire prayer,
what should they do?
 a) Join the congregation for the next prayer

b) Perform the entire prayer individually

c) Follow the Imam in their own prayer

d) Wait for the next congregational prayer to begin

**Correct Answer: b) Perform the entire prayer individually**

68. What is Zakat?

A) A month of fasting

B) Mandatory almsgiving for Muslims

C) A form of daily prayer

D) A pilgrimage to Mecca

Answer: B) Mandatory almsgiving for Muslims

69. When is Zakat obligatory for eligible Muslims?

A) Optional at any time

B) During Ramadan only

C) When one possesses a certain amount of wealth

D) Every Friday

Answer: C) When one possesses a certain amount of wealth

70. What is the term for giving a portion of one's wealth to the less fortunate in Islam?

A) Salat

B) Hajj
C) Zakat

D) Sawm (Fasting)

Answer: C) Zakat