Basics of Islam

The religion of Islam is based on the teachings of

• Jesus Christ

• Muhammad

• Zoroaster

• Buddha

The holy scripture of Islam is the

• Holy Bible

• Qu'ran

• Torah

• Gospels

Which term means follower of Islam?

• Muslim

• Missionary

• Pilgrim

• Prophet

Which best describes what a Mosque is?

• A Muslim Leader or Priest

• A place of worship for Muslims

• The Muslim Holy book

• Another name for the religion of Islam

Which term best describes Islam?

• Monotheistic

• Polytheistic

• Atheistic

• Animistic

Muslims refer to Muhammad as

• The General

• The Prophet

• The Messiah

• The Emperor

The origins of Islam can be traced to the area known as modern

• Israel

• Saudi Arabia

• Iraq

• Egypt

Which of these is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

• Faith in Allah

• Charity to the poor

• Daily prayer

• Following the caste system

Which city is the destination of the Muslim hajj, or pilgrimage?

• Baghdad

• Jerusalem

• Alexandria

• Mecca

In terms of number of followers worldwide, where does Islam rank?

• first

• second

• third

• fourth