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Diversity Studies 23-24 > Immigration Unit Islam Check > Flashcards

Immigration Unit Islam Check Flashcards

1
Q

Islam is derived from the Arabic term Aslama, which means “to surrender or resign oneself.” Islam literally means “______________” or the total surrender of oneself to Allah (God).

A

submission

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2
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The word Islam is also closely related to the Arabic word salaam which means “___________”.

A

peace

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3
Q

‘As-salamu alaykum’ is a greeting in Arabic that means “_______ be upon you”.

A

peace

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4
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A follower of Islam is called a ____________, which means “one who surrenders to Allah.”

A

Muslim

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5
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Which of the following are the two main branches of Islam?

A

Sunni and Shi’a

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TRUE OR FALSE

At present, there are over 2 billion followers of Islam. If current demographic trends continue, Islam will be the world’s largest religion by the end of the 21st century.

A

True

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In what part of the world does one find the largest number of followers of Islam?

A

The Asia-Pacific Region

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8
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Islam is the third largest religion in the U.S., behind Christianity and Judaism, equaling Buddhism and Hinduism percentage wise (1%). Where in the United States can one find the highest concentration of followers of Islam

A

Dearborn, Michigan

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9
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What is the Arabic word for that which is sinful or forbidden?

A

Haram

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TRUE OR FALSE

The drinking of alcohol and the eating of pork is allowed in Islam.

A

False

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In Islam, women are expected to dress modestly just like in many other religions. Which of the following Arabic words means “cover?”

A

Hijab

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12
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Which of the following religious garments covers a women’s entire body, from the head to the ankles?

A

Burqa

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13
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Which of the following prophets of God is closely associated with Judaism, Christianity and Islam?

A

Abraham

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TRUE OR FALSE

There is a tremendous amount of similarity between Judaism, Christianity and Islam because they are all branches of the same religious tree.

A

True

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TRUE OR FALSE

As branches of the same religious tree, Judaism, Christianity and Islam all have the same system of dating. In other words, it is the same year in all three religions.

A

False

Fun fact:
Jewish: Anno Mundi 5784
Christian: Anno Domini 2023
Islamic: Anno Hegira 1445

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16
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The Qur’an (Koran) is the central religious text of Islam and the word itself means ‘recitation’. The Night of Destiny (Laylat al-Qadr) refers to the first verses of the Qur’an being revealed to the Prophet Mohammad by the Archangel Gabriel. Which month of the Islamic calendar is this celebrated?

A

Ramadan

17
Q

Which of the following refers to the narratives of the sayings or actions of the prophet Muhammad during his 23 year ministry? These collections are regarded as important tools for determining the Sunnah or way of life for a follower of Islam.

A

Hadith

18
Q

Which of the following is the holiest structure in Islam and is located inside the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia? This structure is referred to as the House of Allah and the word itself is Arabic for ‘cube’.

A

Kaaba

19
Q

On which day of the week due followers of Islam gather for the Jumu’ah or communal worship?

A

Friday

20
Q

Into which of the following do followers of Islam gather for the Jumu’ah or communal worship?

A

Mosque

21
Q

There are five pillars of Islam. These five pillars are the ritualized duties that every devote follower of Islam must perform. Which of the following pillars involves ritual prayer which is performed five times a day?

A

Salah

22
Q

Which of the following Islamic pillars of faith is a statement of that faith which has two parts - “There is no god but God and Muhammad is the messenger of God.”

A

Shahada

23
Q

Which of the following Islamic pillars of faith involves a pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, where followers of Islam from all over the world converge to perform rituals over a five-day period. Some of these rituals are related to the prophet Abraham.

A

Hajj

24
Q

Which of the following Islamic pillars of faith involves fasting during the holy month of Ramadan - the ninth month of the Islamic calendar?

A

Sawm

25
Q

TRUE OR FALSE

During the 30-day month of Ramadan, followers of Islam will gather at sunset for the fast-breaking meal known as Iftar.

A

True

26
Q

TRUE OR FALSE

Ramadan ends with the holiday Eid al-Fitr, on which feasts are held throughout the Ummah (community).

A

True

27
Q

Which of the following Islamic pillars of faith involves almsgiving or charity for the poor and disadvantaged. Christians call this tithing.

A

zakat

28
Q

“______________” is a term for prejudice against, hatred towards, or fear of the religion of Islam or Muslims.

A

Islamophobia

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