1) Select a true statement:

1. Since angels are made of light, it is possible that they appear as illusions or images to people.
2. Angels are a positive “force” in nature, spreading much good.
3. It is superstitious to believe in angels.
4. Belief in angels implies that the all-powerful God needs them.
5. Unlike human beings, angels cannot go against Allah’s orders.

2) The “honorable scribes”:

1. bear God’s Throne.
2. write down the provision of the fetus.
3. write future events.
4. record human deeds.

3) Which angel’s name is not mentioned in Islamic texts?

1. Michael.
2. Gabriel.
3. Raphael.
4. Israfeel.

4) Angels and humans:

1. both eat and drink.
2. both can sin.
3. both lack free-will.
4. both were created to worship God alone.
5. A and B only.

5) What can be said about the guardian angels?

1. That every nation has one.
2. That they are called ‘angels in succession.’
3. That they will test people after their death.
4. That they are ‘good’, and ‘evil’, angels.

6) What is true of Gabriel?

1. He would convey the revelation from Allah to His Messengers.
2. He is wingless.
3. He is responsible for driving clouds.
4. He never appeared in visible form.
5. None of the above.