Dua for Knowledge

9 Grade 5 Religious Education (IRE) questions on Dua for Knowledge, with worked marking schemes. 9 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   The dua asking Allah to increase one's knowledge, 'Rabbi zidni ilma', is found in the Qur'an in Surah:

   A. Al-Ikhlas

   B. An-Nas

   C. Ta-Ha

   D. Al-Fatiha

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   The dua 'Rabbi zidni ilma' means:

   A. My Lord, give me wealth

   B. My Lord, increase me in knowledge

   C. My Lord, forgive my sins

   D. My Lord, keep me safe

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3. Question 3

   4 marks

   State four good manners (adab) a Muslim pupil should have while seeking knowledge.

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   Any four (1 mark each): begin with the name of Allah and make dua; respect the teacher; listen attentively and be quiet; ask politely when unsure; be patient and hardworking; act upon what is learnt; keep good company.

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   Seeking beneficial knowledge in Islam is:

   A. a waste of time

   B. forbidden

   C. an obligation (fard) upon every Muslim

   D. only for adults

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5. Question 5

   3 marks

   State three reasons why seeking knowledge is important in Islam.

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   Any three (1 mark each): it is a command from Allah/an obligation on every Muslim; it helps one worship Allah correctly; it raises a person's rank/status; it benefits oneself and the community; it distinguishes right from wrong; it earns great reward.

6. Question 6

   2 marks

   Write the dua for seeking knowledge (in transliteration) and give its meaning in English.

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   The very first word revealed to Prophet Muhammad (SAW) was 'Iqra', which means:

   A. Pray

   B. Read

   C. Fast

   D. Give

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   Which of the following is the best way for a pupil to seek beneficial knowledge?

   A. Refusing to attend school

   B. Sleeping during lessons

   C. Copying answers from others

   D. Studying hard and asking Allah for help through dua

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9. Question 9

   2 marks

   State two occasions when it is good for a pupil to recite the dua 'Rabbi zidni ilma'.

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