1) The most “deviant” sects, can be called cults. They are the ones that:

1. do not follow closely the way of the Sahabah.
2. follow the way of the Sahabah.
3. have the most serious conflict with the established beliefs and practices.
4. have beliefs and practices that conform to the third generation of Muslims.

2) The people best suited to have the correct understanding of the meaning and words of the Quran are:

1. The people with excellent linguistic skills.
2. The people present at the time of its revelation.
3. The people who know classical Arabic.
4. The descendants of those who were present at the time of its revelation.

3) What is the underlying cause for the existence of sects amongst the Muslims?

1. The significant religious differences amongst them.
2. The framework for Muslim division is laid out by the Quran and Sunnah.
3. The arrogance found amongst certain Muslims causes them to live as divided sects.
4. There is no known reason for the existence of sects.   

4) I am new to Islam, why should I learn anything about sects?

1. To avoid confusion.
2. To not judge others quickly and unfairly.
3. To learn and practice Islam as it was understood by the Sahabah.
4. All of the above.      

5) Whose way is closest to the correct meaning and understanding of the text of the Quran and Sunnah?

1. The sect with the greater number of followers.
2. The sect which is known for its linguistic expertise.
3. The sect which has predominant origins.
4. The sect which has the least number of deviant practices and beliefs.
5. None of the above.

6) Which generation of Muslims was distinguished by the Prophet Muhammad as being best?

1. The first generation.
2. The second generation.
3. The fourth generation.
4. All of the above.