KS2 Islam | What Beliefs does the Muslim Faith Teach

Religious Education Quiz - Islam 01 (Questions)

Learn about Islam, a religion followed around the world. Discover the Five Pillars and how they guide Muslim beliefs, worship and everyday choices.

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Fascinating Fact:

Muslims follow the Five Pillars of Islam. These pillars are important duties that guide belief and behaviour.

In KS2 Religious Education, pupils learn how Muslims believe in one God, follow the Prophet Muhammad, and try to live by the Five Pillars through prayer, charity and careful daily choices.

Key Terms

Islam: A religion that teaches belief in one God, called Allah, and follows the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad.
Muslim: A person who follows Islam and tries to live according to its beliefs and practices.
Five Pillars: Key duties in Islam that support faith and behaviour, including prayer, charity and fasting.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What are the Five Pillars of Islam for KS2?

For KS2, the Five Pillars can be explained as five main duties. They include believing in one God, praying, giving to charity, fasting in Ramadan and, for some adults, going on pilgrimage.

How do Muslims show their faith in everyday life?

Muslims may pray regularly, give money or time to help others, speak kindly, dress modestly and try to follow Islamic teaching in their family, school and community life.

What is a mosque and what happens there?

A mosque is a Muslim place of worship. People go there to pray together, listen to talks, learn about their faith and meet other members of the community.

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The name Islam comes from the word 'Salaam', which means .......

[ ]	love
[ ]	freedom
[ ]	peace
[ ]	justice

Which of the following is NOT a holy and sacred book in Islam?

[ ]	The Koran
[ ]	The Psalms
[ ]	The Bible
[ ]	De Anima

Muslims will often write the initials P.B.U.H. after the name of a prophet. What does this mean?

[ ]	Please be utterly happy
[ ]	Peace be upon him
[ ]	Peace be under heaven
[ ]	Peace be up high

How many pillars of Islam are there?

[ ]	Four
[ ]	Five
[ ]	Eight
[ ]	Ten

One of the pillars of Islam is Salah, which means .......

[ ]	prayer
[ ]	fasting
[ ]	giving to charity
[ ]	pilgrimage

What is the name for the pilgrimage to Mecca which all faithful Muslims must try to undertake at least once?

[ ]	Shahadah
[ ]	Salah
[ ]	Hajj
[ ]	Zakah

Where do Muslims go to worship?

[ ]	A temple
[ ]	A church
[ ]	A synagogue
[ ]	A mosque

In which direction do Muslims face when praying?

[ ]	Towards Mecca
[ ]	Towards Istanbul
[ ]	Towards Rome
[ ]	Towards Jerusalem

How many times a day should Muslims pray?

[ ]	Once
[ ]	Twice
[ ]	Four times
[ ]	Five times

10.

The holy month of prayer, fasting and pilgrimage is known as .......

[ ]	Spring
[ ]	Eid
[ ]	Ramadan
[ ]	Shahadah

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Religious Education Quiz - Islam 01 (Answers)

The name Islam comes from the word 'Salaam', which means .......

[ ]	love
[ ]	freedom
[x]	peace
[ ]	justice

'Salaam' means peace, while Islam means 'Submission (or surrender) to the will of Allah'

Which of the following is NOT a holy and sacred book in Islam?

[ ]	The Koran
[ ]	The Psalms
[ ]	The Bible
[x]	De Anima

While the Qur'an (Koran) is considered the final sacred book, the Tawrat (Torah), Zabur (Psalms) and Injil (Bible) are also believed to be holy scriptures

Muslims will often write the initials P.B.U.H. after the name of a prophet. What does this mean?

[ ]	Please be utterly happy
[x]	Peace be upon him
[ ]	Peace be under heaven
[ ]	Peace be up high

It is a sign of respect

How many pillars of Islam are there?

[ ]	Four
[x]	Five
[ ]	Eight
[ ]	Ten

The five pillars of Islam are prayer, pilgrimage, almsgiving (giving to charity), fasting and faith

One of the pillars of Islam is Salah, which means .......

[x]	prayer
[ ]	fasting
[ ]	giving to charity
[ ]	pilgrimage

The other four are Tawhid, Zakah, Sawm and Pilgrimage

What is the name for the pilgrimage to Mecca which all faithful Muslims must try to undertake at least once?

[ ]	Shahadah
[ ]	Salah
[x]	Hajj
[ ]	Zakah

Mecca is a city in Saudi Arabia

Where do Muslims go to worship?

[ ]	A temple
[ ]	A church
[ ]	A synagogue
[x]	A mosque

Many mosques in the UK are used as community centres

In which direction do Muslims face when praying?

[x]	Towards Mecca
[ ]	Towards Istanbul
[ ]	Towards Rome
[ ]	Towards Jerusalem

The focus of prayer for Muslims is the Ka'aba, which is located in Mecca