Ulumul Qur'an

14 Grade 7 Religious Education (IRE) questions on Ulumul Qur'an, with worked marking schemes. 14 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   The opening chapter of the Qur'an, recited in every unit of Swalah, is known as:

   A. Surah An-Nas

   B. Surah Al-Fatiha

   C. Surah Al-Ikhlas

   D. Surah Al-Baqarah

   (1 mark)

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2. Question 2

   3 marks

   State three ways in which Muslims today show respect and honour to the Qur'an.

   (3 marks)

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3. Question 3

   6 marks

   Explain three reasons why the Qur'an was revealed in stages rather than all at once.

   (6 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any 3, 2 marks each: to make it easier for the Prophet (S.A.W.) and companions to memorise and understand; to strengthen the Prophet's heart and give encouragement during hardships; to respond to specific events/questions as they arose; to gradually implement laws (e.g. prohibition of alcohol in steps). Accept other valid, explained points.

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   Salim is studying how the Qur'an was preserved. He learns that after Prophet Muhammad's (S.A.W.) death, the caliph who ordered the first collection of the Qur'an into one book was:

   A. Umar (R.A.)

   B. Uthman (R.A.)

   C. Ali (R.A.)

   D. Abu Bakr (R.A.)

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5. Question 5

   4 marks

   During a Grade 7 IRE lesson, your teacher explains that the Qur'an was not revealed all at once like earlier scriptures, but in portions over about 23 years.

   (a) State the term used for the gradual revelation of the Qur'an. (1 mark)

   (b) Give three reasons why Allah revealed the Qur'an in portions rather than all at once. (3 marks)

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   (a) Tanjim (the gradual/piecemeal revelation of the Qur'an). (1 mark) (b) Any three reasons (1 mark each): - To strengthen and reassure the heart of the Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) as referenced in Surah Al-Furqan (25:32). - To make memorisation and understanding easier for the Companions, most of whom were unlettered. - To allow gradual implementation of laws and reform of society step by step (e.g. the gradual prohibition of alcohol). - To respond to specific events, questions and circumstances as they arose (asbab al-nuzul). - To make it easier for people to act upon the teachings and abandon bad habits gradually.

6. Question 6

   1 mark

   In a madrasa lesson, the teacher explains that the very first word of the Qur'an revealed to Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) in Cave Hira commanded him to do something. What was that command?

   A. Give to the poor

   B. Fast for a month

   C. Read (Iqra)

   D. Pray to your Lord

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7. Question 7

   4 marks

   (a) Name the two main categories of surahs in the Qur'an according to place of revelation.

   (b) Give one difference between them.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   (a) Makkan (Makkiyah) surahs and Madinan (Madaniyah) surahs — 1 mark each (2 marks). (b) 2 marks for one clear difference, e.g. Makkan surahs deal mainly with faith/Tawheed/Hereafter and are usually shorter, while Madinan surahs deal mainly with laws, social/community matters and are usually longer.

8. Question 8

   1 mark

   The angel through whom the Qur'an was brought down to Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) was:

   A. Izra'il

   B. Mika'il

   C. Israfil

   D. Jibril (Gabriel)

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   Two students argue about where the Qur'an was first revealed to Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.). One says it began in a cave during the month of Ramadhan. Which statement about the first revelation is correct?

   A. It was first revealed in Madinah inside the mosque

   B. It was first revealed in the Cave of Hira during Ramadhan

   C. It was revealed all at once on a single night

   D. It was revealed in writing on tablets only

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    During a Grade 7 IRE lesson, Aisha tells her classmates that the Qur'an was not sent down all at once but came to Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) bit by bit over about 23 years. The first revelation came in the Cave of Hira. Which surah contained the very first verses revealed?

    A. Surah Al-Fatihah

    B. Surah Al-Baqarah

    C. Surah An-Nas

    D. Surah Al-'Alaq

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    The teacher explains that the surahs revealed in Makkah generally focus on one main theme. Which of the following best describes the focus of the Makkan revelations?

    A. Detailed laws of inheritance

    B. Faith, Tawheed and the Hereafter

    C. The building of the mosque in Madina

    D. Rules of trade and taxation

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    A pupil notes that the Qur'an was revealed gradually over a period of about how many years?

    A. 40 years

    B. 10 years

    C. 23 years

    D. 3 years

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13. Question 13

    1 mark

    During revision, a learner is asked to identify the total number of surahs (chapters) in the Qur'an. Which is the correct number?

    A. 114

    B. 99

    C. 30

    D. 124

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14. Question 14

    6 marks

    During a Friday class, Ustadh Yusuf tells his Grade 7 learners that the Qur'an was not sent down all at once like earlier scriptures, but in stages over about 23 years. A learner asks why this was so.

    (a)(i) State the two main categories into which the Surahs of the Qur'an are divided according to where they were revealed. (2 marks)

    (a)(ii) Give one difference between these two categories. (2 marks)

    (b) Give two reasons why the Qur'an was revealed gradually (in stages) rather than all at once. (2 marks)

    (6 marks)

    Marking scheme

    (a)(i) The two categories are: (1) Makkan Surahs (Makkiyyah) - those revealed before the Hijrah/in Makkah; (2) Madinan Surahs (Madaniyyah) - those revealed after the Hijrah/in Madinah. (a)(ii) Difference (any one): Makkan Surahs are generally shorter and focus on Tawheed (Oneness of Allah), the Resurrection and warnings; Madinan Surahs are generally longer and deal with laws (Shari'ah), social conduct, worship and dealings between people. (b) Reasons for gradual revelation (any two): (1) To strengthen the heart of the Prophet (S.A.W.) and the believers; (2) To make memorisation and understanding easier; (3) To address events and questions as they arose; (4) To make the gradual implementation of laws easier for people to accept and practise.

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