Islam Quiz

Who founded the religion of Islam in the seventh century?

• Jesus Christ

• Gautama Buddha

• Prophet Muhammad

• Confucius

A follower of the religion of Islam is called a:

• Christian

• Muslim

• Hindu

• Buddhist

Which Pillar of Islam requires Muslims to recite a declaration of faith each time they pray?

• Shahada

• Salat

• Zakat

• Sawm

Which Pillar of Islam requires Muslims to pray five times each day and face a holy city while reciting the prayer?

• Shahada, facing Mecca

• Salah, facing Mecca

• Zakat, facing Medina

• Sawm, facing Jerusalem

Which Pillar of Islam requires Muslims to give food to the poor?

• Shahada

• Salah

• Zakat

• Sawm

What must Muslims do during the month of Ramadan?

• Fast from dawn until sunset

• Celebrate Eid al-Fitr

• Perform Hajj

• Give Zakat

Which Pillar of Islam requires followers to travel to Mecca? How many times are they required to go there during their lifetime?

• Shahada, once

• Salat, five times a day

• Zakat, annually

• Hajj, at least once

What do Islamic artists use in their art? What do Islamic artists not use in their designs?

• Geometric patterns and calligraphy; they do not use human figures.

• Human figures and animals; they do not use geometric patterns.

• Landscapes and portraits; they do not use calligraphy.

• Abstract art and modern symbols; they do not use traditional motifs.

What is one major form of Islamic artwork?

• Calligraphy

• Sculpture

• Photography

• Graffiti

What was the most popular type of painting in the early Islamic world? How were these paintings different from other pieces of Islamic art?

• Miniature painting; they were more detailed and colorful.

• Calligraphy; it focused on the beauty of script.

• Geometric patterns; they were more abstract.

• Mosaic art; it used small pieces of colored glass.