1) A noteworthy feature amongst the Arabs before the advent of Islam was their:

1. mastery of poetry.
2. high rate of literacy.
3. high regard and respect for the status of women.
4. All of the above.

2) The evil of _____________ was prevalent in Arabia before the advent of Islam?

1. prostitution.
2. idol worship.
3. disregard and contempt for daughters.
4. All of the above.

3) The Kabah:

1. was the first structure entirely dedicated to the worship of Allah alone.
2. was built by Abraham and his son on the instructions given by Allah.
3. was visited by people from all over Arabia for pilgrimage.
4. All of the above.

4) With regards to Prophet Muhammad’s early life:

1. his grandfather had named him Muhammad.
2. his father had passed away before he was born rendering him an orphan.
3. he was born in a noble family and was brought up in the desert with the Bedouins.
4. he grew up in the household of Halima who was his foster mother.
5. All of the above.

5) Select a true statement with regards to the ‘Age of Ignorance’.

1. Idol worship was introduced in Mecca once the descendants of Prophet Ismail were driven out.
2. Idolatry prevailed and the House of Allah was turned into a House of Idolatry.
3. Idols were regarded as mediators between the worshippers and Allah.
4. Idols were believed to be appeased by dedicating animal sacrifices to them.
5. All of the above.