Virtues in Islam

14 Grade 9 Religious Education (IRE) questions on Virtues in Islam, with worked marking schemes. 14 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   A shopkeeper returns excess change to a customer who did not notice the error. This action best illustrates the virtue of:

   A. Tawadhu

   B. Sidq/honesty and amanah

   C. Sabr

   D. Shukr

   (1 mark)

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2. Question 2

   4 marks

   Describe four benefits that a Muslim gains by practising good virtues (akhlaq) in society.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any 4 x 1 mark: earns Allah's pleasure and reward in the Hereafter; builds trust and good relations with others; promotes peace and harmony in the community; earns respect and a good reputation; follows the example (Sunnah) of the Prophet; contributes to a just and cooperative society.

3. Question 3

   1 mark

   A wealthy trader quietly pays the school fees of an orphan in his neighbourhood without telling anyone. This act best demonstrates which Islamic virtue?

   A. Israf (extravagance)

   B. Riya (showing off)

   C. Ikhlas and ihsan in helping the needy

   D. Bukhl (miserliness)

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4. Question 4

   6 marks

   The Prophet (SAW) said he was sent to perfect good character.

   (a) State two virtues the Prophet was known for.

   (b) Explain two ways young Muslims today can emulate his character.

   (6 marks)

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   (a) Any 2 x 1 mark: truthfulness (al-Sadiq), trustworthiness (al-Amin), patience, humility, forgiveness, generosity, mercy/kindness. (b) Any 2 x 2 marks: being honest in speech and dealings; keeping promises and being reliable; forgiving those who wrong them; being humble and respectful to elders and peers; being generous and helping the needy.

5. Question 5

   5 marks

   Two classmates quarrel and one refuses to speak to the other for weeks. Using Islamic virtues, advise them on how to resolve the conflict.

   (5 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any well-explained points totalling 5 marks: practise afw/forgiveness and let go of grudges; the Prophet forbade a Muslim shunning a brother beyond three days; reconcile (islah) and restore ties; show humility by being the first to greet/apologise; control anger (kadhm al-ghaydh); maintain brotherhood and love for the sake of Allah.

6. Question 6

   6 marks

   Explain three ways in which a Grade 9 student can practise the virtue of amanah (trustworthiness) at school.

   (6 marks)

   Marking scheme

   Any 3 x 2 marks: not cheating in examinations; returning borrowed books/property to owners; keeping secrets and confidences entrusted to them; taking good care of school property; being honest with teachers and prefects; fulfilling duties/responsibilities assigned to them faithfully.

7. Question 7

   1 mark

   The Islamic virtue of Amanah refers to:

   A. Generosity to the poor

   B. Trustworthiness and faithfully discharging responsibilities

   C. Fasting in Ramadan

   D. Patience during hardship

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8. Question 8

   1 mark

   During a drought, a wealthy man quietly pays the school fees of orphans in his village. This demonstrates the virtue of:

   A. Sakha (generosity)

   B. Kibr (arrogance)

   C. Ghadab (anger)

   D. Kadhib (lying)

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   A student thanks Allah for good health and uses it to help others. The virtue of being grateful to Allah is known as:

   A. Riya

   B. Nifaq

   C. Hasad

   D. Shukr

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    Which of the following is the opposite (vice) of the virtue of Sidq (truthfulness)?

    A. Amanah

    B. Kadhib (lying)

    C. Sabr

    D. Shukr

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Forgiving someone who has wronged you and not seeking revenge reflects the virtue known as:

    A. Kibr (pride)

    B. Bukhl (miserliness)

    C. Afw (pardon/forgiveness)

    D. Hasad (envy)

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    A shopkeeper notices a customer dropped extra money. Despite no one watching, he returns it. Which Islamic virtue is he demonstrating, one praised because Allah is always watching?

    A. Amanah (trustworthiness/honesty)

    B. Kibr (arrogance)

    C. Israf (wastefulness)

    D. Ghibah (backbiting)

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13. Question 13

    1 mark

    The virtue of Tawadhu, which the Prophet (SAW) embodied, means:

    A. Anger

    B. Arrogance

    C. Extravagance

    D. Humility/modesty

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    A person controls his anger when provoked and responds calmly. This virtue, praised in the Qur'an, is known as:

    A. Bukhl (stinginess)

    B. Kadhm al-ghaydh (restraining anger)

    C. Riya (showing off)

    D. Hasad (envy)

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