Grade 7 islamic religious education – Prohibitions in Islam Quiz
1. Which of the following is clearly forbidden (haram) in Islam?
Islam forbids taking intoxicants because they harm the mind and community; the Qur'an and Hadith teach that alcohol is haram while praying, charity and helping others are good deeds.
2. What is it called when someone takes another person's property without permission?
Taking someone else's property without permission is theft, which is forbidden in Islam because it violates people's rights and trust.
3. Talking about someone behind their back in a way that harms their reputation is called what?
Backbiting (gheebah) means speaking ill of someone when they are not present; the Prophet ﷺ warned against it and it is considered sinful.
4. Which food is clearly forbidden for Muslims to eat?
The Qur'an explicitly forbids eating pork, so Muslims must avoid it while the other foods listed are permissible when prepared correctly.
5. What is the Islamic ruling on betting money on games of chance?
Gambling (maisir) is forbidden because it leads to harm, addiction and social problems; Islam teaches honest work and avoiding games of chance for money.
6. What is the term for charging or paying interest on loans that Islam forbids?
Riba (interest or usury) is forbidden in Islam because it exploits people financially; the Qur'an warns against taking riba.
7. Which of the following is a major sinful act in Islam?
Taking an innocent life is a grave sin in Islam; the Qur'an states that killing one innocent person is like killing all humanity, showing how serious it is.
8. What is the name of the act of having sexual relations outside marriage, which Islam forbids?
Zina (adultery or fornication) is forbidden in Islam because sexual relations are meant to take place within a lawful marriage.
9. Breaking a promise or not keeping a trust is considered wrong. What is the best description of this in Islamic teaching?
Amanah (trust) is important in Islam; betraying trusts or breaking promises is forbidden because it harms relationships and society.
10. Accepting or giving bribes is not allowed. What word best describes this wrongdoing?
Bribery and corruption are forbidden because they are dishonest, harm fairness, and take away people's rights and justice.
11. What is the sin called when someone lies while giving testimony in court?
Giving false testimony is strictly forbidden because it leads to injustice; Islam commands honesty especially in legal matters.
12. Insulting or showing disrespect to Allah or the Prophet ﷺ is considered what in Islam?
Disrespecting Allah or the Prophet ﷺ is a grave sin because they deserve honour; Muslims are taught to show respect to their faith and its messengers.
13. Which of these actions is forbidden for a student and is dishonest?
Cheating is dishonest and forbidden in Islam because it is unfair, breaks trust and does not reflect true learning or effort.
14. Besides alcohol, what other kind of substance is forbidden because it harms the mind and body?
Islam forbids all intoxicants, not just alcohol, because they impair the mind and lead to harm and bad behaviour.
15. Doing acts of worship just to impress people rather than for Allah is called what?
Riya means showing off; it is forbidden because worship should be sincere for Allah alone, not for praise from people.
16. When someone makes up lies about another person to ruin their reputation, this is called what?
Slander—making false accusations—is forbidden and harmful; Islam strongly warns against accusing others without proof.
17. Which attitude that wishes bad for another person's blessings is forbidden in Islam?
Hasad that wishes harm or loss to others is forbidden; Islam teaches to avoid envy and to pray for goodness for others while improving ourselves.
18. Which of the following is wrong and forbidden towards parents in Islam?
Islam commands kindness and respect to parents; being rude or disobedient without valid reason is forbidden and sinful.
19. Intentionally tricking customers or giving wrong measurements to gain money is what in Islam?
Cheating people in trade is forbidden because Islam requires honesty in business and protecting others' rights.
20. Which action is forbidden for someone who sells goods?
Trading in items that are clearly haram can support sin and harm others; Islam warns against facilitating wrongdoing.
21. Deliberately missing the five daily prayers without a valid reason is considered what in Islam?
Prayer is an important duty in Islam; deliberately abandoning it without excuse is considered sinful and discouraged.
22. Seeking revenge by harming someone unjustly is what according to Islamic teaching?
Islam allows lawful justice but forbids unlawful revenge that harms others; forgiving and using legal channels are preferred.
23. Which of the following is considered the gravest sin in Islam?
Shirk—associating partners with Allah—is the worst sin because it contradicts the core belief in the oneness of God; Islam strongly warns against it.
24. Making fun of someone because of their tribe, race or religion is considered what in Islam?
Insulting or humiliating people for their background is forbidden; Islam teaches respect, equality and kindness to all people.
25. What is the Islamic ruling on intentionally taking your own life (suicide)?
Suicide is forbidden in Islam because life is a trust from Allah; Muslims are taught to seek help, be patient and trust Allah in difficulties.