T3: A. Origins, teachings and development of Islam

Muhammad is regarded as Allah’s messenger and prophet by Muslims.

• True

• False

During the 'Hegira', Muhammad and his followers migrated from Medina to Mecca.

• True

• False

The Six Articles of Faith strengthen the faith of the Muslims, while the Five Pillars of Islam are five basic religious beliefs of Islam.

• Ture

• False

Muslims who recognized all elected caliphs were known as 'Sunni'.

• Ture

• False

Sunni Muslims believe that Imams are best qualified to interpret the Koran.

• True

• False

Which of the following cities is the pilgrimage centre and holy city of Islam?

• Mecca

• Baghdad

• Damascus

• Constantinople

After the 13th century, Islam spread to more European counties following the expansion of which of the following empires?

• Arabian Empire

• Persian Empire

• Eastern Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire