Hajj Quiz

What is Hajj?

• A pilgrimage that every Muslim tries to undertake during their lifetime

• A festival celebrated by Muslims

• A type of prayer in Islam

• A religious book in Islam

Where did Muhammad live, according to the text?

• Arabian Peninsula

• Indian Subcontinent

• African Continent

• European Continent

Approximately how many pilgrims visit Mecca during Hajj?

• Three million

• One million

• Five million

• Ten million

What is the significance of the Prophet's Mosque in Medina?

• It contains the tomb of Muhammad and the first two caliphs

• It is the largest mosque in the world

• It is the oldest mosque in the world

• It is the only mosque in Medina

What is the state of holiness or purity known as when approaching Mecca?

• Ihram

• Zakat

• Sawm

• Salat

What type of clothing do pilgrims change into when they arrive in Mecca?

• Simple white cotton clothing

• Colorful traditional clothing

• Black robes

• Casual everyday clothing

What is the purpose of the simple clothing worn by pilgrims during Hajj?

• To show purity and humility before God

• To display wealth and status

• To protect from the sun

• To follow a fashion trend

How many times do pilgrims circle the Ka'aba during Hajj?

• Five times

• Seven times

• Ten times

• Three times

What significant event do pilgrims remember by standing on Mount Arafat?

• The final sermon of Muhammad

• The sacrifice of Abraham's son

• The forgiveness of Adam and Eve

• The circling of the Ka'aba

What do pilgrims do at Mina during Hajj?

• Circle the Ka'aba

• Stand on Mount Arafat

• Throw stones at three pillars

• Shave their heads