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Religious Education Quiz - Islam (Questions)

Learn about Islam and how Muslims worship. This KS1 Religious Education quiz helps children recognise important beliefs, special places and key celebrations linked to Islam.

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Fascinating Fact:

Ramadan is a special month when many Muslims fast during daylight hours. Fasting means not eating or drinking for that time.

In KS1 Religious Education, children learn that Islam is a world religion followed by Muslims. Pupils explore how Muslims show respect, pray, and follow rules that help them live kindly and responsibly.

Key Terms

Muslim: A person who follows Islam.
Mosque: A place where Muslims go to pray and learn together.
Prayer: Talking to God in a respectful way, often at set times.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is Islam in KS1?

In KS1, Islam is taught as a religion followed by Muslims who believe in one God and try to live by values such as kindness, honesty and caring for others.

What do Muslims do in a mosque?

In a mosque, Muslims may pray, listen to teachings, read from their holy book, and learn how to live in a respectful and thoughtful way.

What is Eid and why do Muslims celebrate it?

Eid is a special celebration for Muslims. Many families pray, share food, give gifts and spend time together to mark an important religious time.

Try These Related Quizzes

1.

What do Muslims call their God?

[ ]	God
[ ]	Lord
[ ]	Muhammad
[ ]	Allah

2.

Where does the religion of Islam come from?

[ ]	Saudi Arabia
[ ]	France
[ ]	England
[ ]	Germany

3.

What is the name of their holy book?

[ ]	The Bible
[ ]	The Torah
[ ]	The Book
[ ]	The Qu'ran

4.

Where would a Muslim pray?

[ ]	Church
[ ]	Temple
[ ]	Mosque
[ ]	Synagogue

5.

Many Muslims believe he was God's last prophet - what is his name?

[ ]	Muhammad
[ ]	Joe
[ ]	John
[ ]	Matt

6.

Every time someone says the name Muhammad, they follow it with which phrase?

[ ]	Praise him
[ ]	Peace be upon him
[ ]	Bless him
[ ]	Worship him

7.

What does the word Islam mean?

[ ]	Love and hate
[ ]	Submission and obedience
[ ]	Sing and dance
[ ]	Kind and caring

8.

Why do Muslims wash before prayer?

[ ]	By cleaning themselves, they are ready to sing
[ ]	By cleaning themselves, they are ready to dance
[ ]	By cleaning themselves, they are ready to speak to Allah
[ ]	By cleaning themselves, they are ready to eat

9.

Which day is considered the holy day?

[ ]	Friday
[ ]	Saturday
[ ]	Sunday
[ ]	Monday

10.

Why do Muslims place their mats in a certain direction?

[ ]	They like to face Mecca, the birthplace of Muhammad
[ ]	They like to face Paris because they like the Eiffel Tower
[ ]	They like to face the beach because they can feel the sea air
[ ]	They like to face Big Ben in London

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Religious Education Quiz - Islam (Answers)

1.

What do Muslims call their God?

[ ]	God
[ ]	Lord
[ ]	Muhammad
[x]	Allah

They believe there is only one god and he is called Allah.

2.

Where does the religion of Islam come from?

[x]	Saudi Arabia
[ ]	France
[ ]	England
[ ]	Germany

This area is also known as the Middle East.

3.

What is the name of their holy book?

[ ]	The Bible
[ ]	The Torah
[ ]	The Book
[x]	The Qu'ran

They also read from right to left, not left to right.

4.

Where would a Muslim pray?

[ ]	Church
[ ]	Temple
[x]	Mosque
[ ]	Synagogue

You have to take your shoes off when you enter a mosque.

5.

Many Muslims believe he was God's last prophet - what is his name?

[x]	Muhammad
[ ]	Joe
[ ]	John
[ ]	Matt

Muslims believe there were many other prophets before Muhammad.

6.

Every time someone says the name Muhammad, they follow it with which phrase?

[ ]	Praise him
[x]	Peace be upon him
[ ]	Bless him
[ ]	Worship him

This statement is said as a sign of respect to him.

7.

What does the word Islam mean?

[ ]	Love and hate
[x]	Submission and obedience
[ ]	Sing and dance
[ ]	Kind and caring

It also comes from the word 'peace'.

8.

Why do Muslims wash before prayer?

[ ]	By cleaning themselves, they are ready to sing
[ ]	By cleaning themselves, they are ready to dance
[x]	By cleaning themselves, they are ready to speak to Allah
[ ]	By cleaning themselves, they are ready to eat

It is important to clean themselves as it shows respect to Allah and represents spiritual cleansing.

9.

Which day is considered the holy day?

[x]	Friday
[ ]	Saturday
[ ]	Sunday
[ ]	Monday

All Muslims go to a mosque on Friday, normally around noon.

10.

Why do Muslims place their mats in a certain direction?

[x]	They like to face Mecca, the birthplace of Muhammad
[ ]	They like to face Paris because they like the Eiffel Tower
[ ]	They like to face the beach because they can feel the sea air
[ ]	They like to face Big Ben in London

In the centre of Mecca, the black box or cube (called a Kaaba) is placed. This is very important to Muslims and is where they direct their prayers.