December 4, 2024

Cultural mosaic: A quiz on the vibrant practices of the Islamic world

Questions

1. What is the name of the cultural practice of fasting during the month of Ramadan in Islam?

2. Which of the following is a formal prayer that Muslims perform five times a day?

3. What is the third pillar of Islam that involves giving to charity?

4. During which Islamic month do Muslims commemorate the night when the Quran was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad?

5. What is the pilgrimage to Mecca that every Muslim is required to perform at least once in their lifetime, if able?

6. What is the traditional Islamic greeting that means “Peace be upon you”?

7. What does the term “Halal” refer to?

8. Which of the following is considered a major festival in Islam that celebrates the end of Ramadan?

9. What does the term “Hijab” refer to in Islamic culture?

10. Which of the following is a common practice performed during the daily prayers (Salah)?

Answers

1. Sawm

2. Salah

3. Zakat

4. Ramadan

5. Hajj

6. Assalamu Alaikum

7. Allowed or permissible actions

8.  Eid ul-Fitr

9. A head covering worn by women

10. Bowing and prostration