Discovering the History of Islam

What year is considered the start of the Islamic calendar?

• 610 CE

• 622 CE

• 750 CE

• 500 CE

Who is the founder of Islam?

• Moses

• Jesus

• Muhammad

• Buddha

What is the holy book of Islam called?

• Bible

• Torah

• Vedas

• Quran

In which city was the Prophet Muhammad born?

• Jerusalem

• Mecca

• Medina

• Cairo

What is the significance of the Hijra in Islamic history?

• The Hijra signifies the first pilgrimage to Mecca.

• The Hijra is significant as it marks the establishment of the first Muslim community and the start of the Islamic calendar.

• The Hijra was a military campaign led by Prophet Muhammad.

• The Hijra represents the end of the Islamic calendar.

Which empire is known for its vast expansion during the Islamic Golden Age?

• Abbasid Caliphate

• Mughal Empire

• Byzantine Empire

• Ottoman Empire

What are the Five Pillars of Islam?

• 1. Shahada (Faith) 2. Salah (Prayer) 3. Zakat (Almsgiving) 4. Sawm (Fasting during Ramadan) 5. Hajj (Pilgrimage to Mecca)

• Iman (Belief)

• Jihad (Struggle)

• Tawhid (Oneness of God)

What major event took place in 622 CE in Islamic history?

• The Hijra (migration) of Muhammad from Mecca to Medina.

• The Revelation of the Quran

• The Birth of Muhammad

• The Battle of Badr

Who were the first followers of Muhammad called?

• The Sahabah

• The Muhajirun

• The Companions

• The Ansar

What is the term for the community of Muslims worldwide?

• Ummah

• Sharia

• Caliphate

• Sunnah