Significance of Islamic Morality

11 Grade 9 Religious Education (IRE) questions on Significance of Islamic Morality, with worked marking schemes. 11 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   6 marks

   Explain the significance of Islamic morality in building a peaceful society.

   (6 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any six (1 mk each): promotes justice and fairness; reduces crime through honesty and trustworthiness; strengthens family and community bonds; encourages respect for others' rights and property; fosters cooperation and tolerance; discourages vices like corruption, theft, backbiting; creates trust among people; leads to social harmony and unity; earns Allah's pleasure and reward. Award 1 mk each up to 6.

2. Question 2

   1 mark

   The moral quality of being truthful in speech and action is termed:

   A. Kadhib

   B. Bukhl

   C. Nifaq

   D. Sidq

   (1 mark)

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3. Question 3

   5 marks

   (a) Identify two sources of Islamic moral teachings.

   (b) Describe three moral virtues a Muslim should uphold in daily life.

   (5 marks)

   Marking scheme

   (a) Two sources (1 mk each): the Qur'an; the Sunnah/Hadith of the Prophet. (b) Any three virtues described (1 mk each): honesty/sidq; trustworthiness/amanah; patience/sabr; kindness/rahma; humility/tawadu; keeping promises; respect for elders/parents. Total 5 marks.

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   A community notices that a local Muslim mechanic is always honest, punctual and trustworthy, and many non-Muslims praise Islam because of him. This situation best illustrates which significance of Islamic morality (akhlaq)?

   A. It is a means of da'wah, attracting others to Islam through good conduct

   B. It allows a Muslim to avoid paying zakat

   C. It guarantees instant wealth in this world

   D. It removes the obligation of daily prayers

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   A community leader argues that good behaviour matters only when others are watching. A Grade 9 learner counters using the concept of Ihsan. What does Ihsan teach about Islamic morality?

   A. Worship and good conduct should be done as if you see Allah, knowing that He sees you

   B. Morality applies only inside the mosque

   C. Good conduct is optional for believers

   D. Only leaders need to behave morally

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   The Prophet (SAW) said, 'I was sent to perfect...' What did he say he was sent to perfect?

   A. The five pillars

   B. Good character (noble manners)

   C. The Arabic language

   D. The building of mosques

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   A shopkeeper in Mombasa returns extra change a customer forgot on the counter. This behaviour best demonstrates the Islamic moral value of:

   A. Amanah (trustworthiness)

   B. Sabr (patience)

   C. Shukr (gratitude)

   D. Tawakkul (reliance)

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   Speaking ill of an absent person in a way they would dislike is a moral vice known in Islam as:

   A. Ghibah (backbiting)

   B. Kibr (arrogance)

   C. Hasad (envy)

   D. Riya (showing off)

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9. Question 9

   6 marks

   Two Grade 9 learners find a lost wallet containing money and a national ID in the school compound. Explain how Islamic moral values should guide their action, giving relevant values.

   (6 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any six (1 mk each): Amanah/honesty - they should not take what is not theirs; hand it over to a teacher/authority to trace the owner; sidq/truthfulness - report exactly what was found; avoid greed (tama'); show ihsan by helping return it; consider the owner's feelings (empathy); expect reward from Allah for honesty; set a good example. Award 1 mk per relevant value applied, total 6.

10. Question 10

    1 mark

    A learner does his charity work openly only so that others may praise him. This vice is called:

    A. Ihsan (excellence)

    B. Ikhlas (sincerity)

    C. Riya (showing off)

    D. Taqwa (piety)

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    The Arabic term for good moral character and manners in Islam is:

    A. Ibadah

    B. Akhlaq

    C. Muamalat

    D. Aqidah

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