Mini test 01/12/22

Question 1

Rak’ahs

Answer 1

In Islam, prayer often takes the form of cycles of movement, called rak’ahs . Each cycle involves saying “Allahu akbar”, which means “God is great”, multiple times. It also includes recitation of the first surah of the Qur’an .

Question 2

State the Shahadah declaration

Answer 2

“There is no God but Allah and Muhammad is his messenger”

Question 3

What is Ihram?

Answer 3

Simple clothing worn by pilgrims, consisting of two lengths of white cloth for men, and for women normal clothing with face and hands uncovered. This shows equality as everyone is dressed in a similar way.

Question 4

What is Tawaf?

Answer 4

Circling the Ka’aba seven times.

Question 5

What do Muslims do at Mina?

Answer 5

They stone the Devil. They throw pebbles at three stone pillars constructed to represent the Devil. Ibrahim is said to have done this. It is important that Muslims show that they reject the Devil.

Question 6

Adhan

Answer 6

Muslim call to prayer

Question 7

Who do Muslims donate to in Zakat?

Answer 7

Islamic schools, mosques, charities and travellers on pilgrimage

Question 8

Who are exempt from Sawm?

Answer 8

• Children under the age of 12
• The very old
• Those who are pregnant
• Travellers
• Very sick