GRADE 8 islamic religious education – Belief in revealed scriptures Quiz
1. Which of the following is the final and preserved revealed book in Islam?
Muslims believe the Qur'an is the final revelation sent to Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and that it has been preserved in its original form.
2. Which revealed book was given to Prophet Musa (Moses) according to Islamic belief?
In Islam the Tawrat (Torah) is the revelation given to Prophet Musa (Moses).
3. What do Muslims mean when they say they believe in revealed scriptures?
Belief in revealed scriptures means accepting the books revealed by Allah to prophets, such as the Tawrat, Zabur, Injil and Qur'an.
4. Which book is associated with Prophet Dawud (David) in Islam?
The Zabur (Psalms) is the scripture associated with Prophet Dawud (David) in Islamic teaching.
5. How should a Muslim view the original revelations given to earlier prophets?
Islam teaches that earlier revelations were true originally, but Muslims believe parts were changed over time; the Qur'an is seen as preserved.
6. Which of the following refers to the scriptures given to Prophet Isa (Jesus) in Islamic terminology?
The Injil (Gospel) is the revelation given to Prophet Isa (Jesus) in Islamic belief.
7. What is the main reason Muslims respect the Bible and Torah despite differences?
Muslims respect earlier scriptures because they believe they were originally revelations from Allah, even if parts were later altered.
8. Which term refers to the scrolls given to Prophets like Ibrahim (Abraham) and Musa in Islamic teachings?
Suhuf (scrolls) is the term used for some earlier scriptures, such as those given to Ibrahim and Musa.
9. In a Kenyan school with pupils from different faiths, what is a good way for a Muslim student to show belief in revealed scriptures?
Belief in revealed scriptures includes respect for earlier revelations; in a diverse classroom, showing respect and polite explanation fosters harmony.
10. Which of these is NOT considered one of the revealed scriptures in Islam?
Hadith are records of the Prophet's sayings and actions, not scriptures revealed by Allah; the revealed books are Tawrat, Zabur, Injil, and Qur'an (and Suhuf).
11. What does belief in the revealed books teach about the source of guidance for humans?
Islam teaches that Allah provides guidance for humanity by sending revelations to prophets; these scriptures guide belief and practice.
12. When Muslims say the Qur'an is 'preserved', they mean:
Muslims believe the Qur'an has been preserved in its original Arabic text and protected from alteration.
13. Which revealed scripture is most often read and memorized in Kenyan madrasas and mosques?
In Islamic schools and mosques, the Qur'an is the primary scripture read, recited and memorized by students.
14. If a pupil learns about the Tawrat in Religious Education class, what should they remember about it from an Islamic perspective?
Islam sees the Tawrat as an original revelation to Musa; Muslims also believe parts may have been altered over time.
15. Belief in revealed scriptures is one of the pillars of Iman. How many pillars of Iman are there altogether?
There are six pillars of Iman: belief in Allah, angels, revealed books, prophets, the Last Day, and divine decree (Qadar).
16. Which of the following statements best reflects the Muslim attitude toward studying earlier scriptures in an interfaith setting?
Respectful study helps Muslims engage with others' beliefs and promotes understanding while maintaining one’s own faith.
17. What is the role of prophets regarding scriptures in Islam?
Prophets are the recipients of divine revelation and they conveyed Allah's message to their communities.
18. Which revealed book is traditionally associated with teaching David's praises and songs?
The Zabur is commonly understood as the Psalms, containing songs and praises attributed to Prophet Dawud (David).
19. Why do Muslims not accept every translation or version of earlier scriptures as fully authoritative?
Islamic teaching holds that some changes occurred in earlier scriptures and that translations may not capture original revelations accurately.
20. How should Kenyan Muslim pupils treat classmates who follow other revealed scriptures?
Islam teaches respect for others; in a diverse society like Kenya, kindness and respect help peaceful coexistence.
21. Which of the following is NOT a reason Muslims accept the Qur'an as the final revelation?
Muslims believe the Qur'an was revealed to Muhammad and preserved by Allah; they do not believe it was written later by people to suit their needs.
22. Which revealed book would Muslim students mention when discussing Jesus' teaching according to Islamic belief?
In Islam the Injil (Gospel) is the revelation associated with Prophet Isa (Jesus) and his teachings.
23. What is an appropriate classroom activity for learning about the Pillar of Iman concerning revealed scriptures?
Comparing beliefs respectfully helps pupils understand religious diversity and the Islamic view of revealed scriptures.
24. Which of the following best describes the Muslim belief about the chain of revelation?
Islam teaches that Allah sends revelations to prophets, who then convey the message to their communities.