Section one- Islam (2)

Question 1

Sunnah

Answer 1

The traditions and practices of the Prophet Muhammad

Question 2

Sunni

Answer 2

The branch of Islam with the majority of followers, Sunni meaning followers of the Sunnah

Question 3

Shia

Answer 3

The branch of Islam with the minority of followers, Shi’a meaning “House of Ali”

Question 4

Sunni/Shia Split

Answer 4

A division in Islam which occurred after the death of the Prophet Muhammad on who should lead the Ummah

Question 5

Caliphate

Answer 5

An area ruled by a Muslim leader

Question 6

The Five Pillars

Answer 6

The basic acts in Islam, considered mandatory by believers, and are the foundation of Muslim life

Question 7

Hajj

Answer 7

The Hajj is the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, the holiest city for Muslims

Question 8

Greater Jihad

Answer 8

The spiritual struggle within oneself against sin

Question 9

Lesser Jihad

Answer 9

Defending Islam from threat but must meet a range of strict conditions to be declared

Question 10

Islamophobia

Answer 10

Dislike or prejudice against Islam or Muslims