SKOOLYST Pakistan - Find Best Schools Near You

1

Why is the year of the Prophet's birth called the 'Year of the Elephant'?

Medium 1 Mark

Surah Al-Fil in the Quran refers to this event.

A Because elephants were common in Mecca that year

B Because a powerful army led by Abraha attempted to attack the Kaaba using elephants

C Because the Prophet was born near an elephant caravan

D Because Abraha gifted elephants to the Quraysh

2

Who was the wet nurse (foster mother) of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)?

Medium 1 Mark

She is also called Halima Saadia — her tribe was Banu Saad.

A Umm Ayman

B Aminah bint Wahb

C Halima bint Abi Dhuayb (Halima Saadia)

D Fatimah bint Asad

3

Why were Arab infants sent to the desert to be raised?

Medium 1 Mark

This was a social custom for upper-class Arab families in Mecca.

A Because the desert air was considered spiritually pure

B To be raised in a healthier environment away from city diseases

C To learn survival skills

D Because it was a religious obligation

4

Who took care of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) after his mother's death?

Medium 1 Mark

First the grandfather, then after 2 years, uncle Abu Talib.

A His uncle Abu Talib

B His foster mother Halima

C His grandfather Abd al-Muttalib

D Khadija bint Khuwaylid

5

What was Khadija bint Khuwaylid known for before her marriage to the Prophet?

Medium 1 Mark

She was an independent, successful merchant — one of the most respected women in Mecca.

A Being the daughter of a tribal chief

B Being a teacher of the Quran

C Being a respected and wealthy businesswoman of Mecca

D Being a famous poet

6

What were the first revealed words commanded in the first revelation to the Prophet?

Medium 1 Mark

Iqra means 'Read' or 'Recite' — the first word of the Quran's revelation.

A Pray in the name of Allah

B Read in the name of Allah

C Worship Allah alone

D Warn your people

7

Which tribe was the main opponent of the Prophet's message in Mecca?

Medium 1 Mark

The Quraysh were the ruling tribe of Mecca and guardians of the Kaaba.

A Banu Saad

B Banu Hashim

C Quraysh

D Banu Nadir

8

Why did many people in Mecca oppose the Prophet's message?

Medium 1 Mark

Idol worship was deeply embedded in Meccan culture and their economic interests (pilgrims).

A Because they preferred other prophets

B Because his message challenged their traditional beliefs and idol worship practices

C Because he was an orphan with no status

D Because he was too young

9

What qualities did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) demonstrate while facing persecution in Mecca?

Medium 1 Mark

Patience (Sabr) is one of the most emphasized qualities of the Prophet.

A Anger and military force

B Withdrawal and silence

C Patience and determination

D Negotiation and compromise

10

Who accompanied Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) during the Hijra to Medina?

Medium 1 Mark

Abu Bakr was the Prophet's closest companion and companion of the Hijra.

A Ali ibn Abi Talib

B Umar ibn al-Khattab

C Abu Bakr

D Uthman ibn Affan

11

What important structure did the Prophet build first upon arriving in Medina?

Medium 1 Mark

The Prophet's Mosque in Medina is the second holiest mosque in Islam.

A The Kaaba

B Al-Masjid al-Haram

C Al-Masjid an-Nabawi

D The Prophet's palace

12

What was the Constitution of Medina?

Medium 1 Mark

It is considered one of the earliest constitutional documents in history.

A A military alliance against the Quraysh

B A religious charter for Muslims only

C An agreement establishing peaceful relations among Muslims, Jews, and other communities in Medina

D A treaty with the Byzantine Empire

13

What type of community did the Prophet establish in Medina?

Medium 1 Mark

This community model later became the foundation of Islamic governance.

A A purely military state

B A tribal confederation

C A Muslim community based on justice, brotherhood, and cooperation

D A monarchy under the Prophet's family

14

Which principle did the Constitution of Medina establish among different communities?

Medium 1 Mark

It was an inclusive document — not just for Muslims.

A Muslim supremacy over all other groups

B Peaceful relations and rights for Muslims, Jews, and other communities

C Mandatory conversion to Islam

D Military conscription for all residents

15

Why did Muslims suffer heavy losses at the Battle of Uhud?

Medium 1 Mark

The archers left their positions on the hill, allowing the enemy cavalry to attack from behind.

A Because they had fewer weapons

B Because enemy forces were too large

C Because some soldiers disobeyed the Prophet's instructions

D Because the Prophet was absent

16

What military strategy was used in the Battle of the Trench (Khandaq)?

Medium 1 Mark

The trench idea was suggested by Salman al-Farisi, a Persian companion.

A A cavalry charge at sunrise

B Naval blockade of Medina

C Digging a trench around Medina to prevent enemy entry

D Guerrilla warfare in the mountains

17

In which year was the Battle of the Trench (Khandaq) fought?

Medium 1 Mark

Trench = 627 CE — two years after Uhud.

A 624 CE

B 625 CE

C 627 CE

D 628 CE

18

What was the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah and when was it signed?

Medium 1 Mark

628 CE — two years before the Conquest of Mecca.

A A military alliance signed in 624 CE

B A peace agreement signed with the Quraysh in 628 CE

C A trade agreement with Medina's Jews in 622 CE

D A defence pact with Byzantine Empire in 630 CE

19

What did the Prophet do with idols in the Kaaba after the Conquest of Mecca?

Medium 1 Mark

The Kaaba was returned to its purpose from the time of Ibrahim (AS).

A He destroyed them with fire

B He sent them to Medina

C He removed them, restoring the Kaaba as a center for worship of one God

D He preserved them as historical artifacts

20

How did the Prophet treat his former enemies after the Conquest of Mecca?

Medium 1 Mark

This forgiveness is considered one of the most powerful moments of the Prophet's life.

A He imprisoned them all

B He exiled them from Arabia

C He forgave many of them

D He made them pay heavy taxes

General Knowledge

Filter by Difficulty

Topics

Question Palette

Instructions:

Difficulty Distribution