1) A fundamental principle of Islam is that:

1. man is born sinless in a state of submission to Allah known, as the fitrah.
2. man is born sinful as he carries the sins of those who have passed away before him.
3. man is born free of sin and will remain in this state until he dies.
4. man is born sinless or sinful as Allah chooses.

2) The difference between sin and repentance is that:

1. Through sin man enjoys the fruits of evil and through repentance he gains nothing.
2. Through sin man finds eternal peace and success, and through repentance he is stressed.
3. Through sin man turns away from Allah, and through repentance, he ‘returns’ to Him.
4. Through sin man draws nearer to Allah, and through repentance distances himself from Him.

3) Islamically, sins are classified into:

1. major sins and lesser (minor) sins.
2. sins committed before the age of 40 and after.
3. apparent sins and hidden sins.
4. permissible sins and impermissible sins.

4) The worst sin according to Islamic teachings is:

1. Shirk.
2. stealing.
3. adultery.
4. murder.

5) What is the Islamic doctrine regarding repentance?

1. Repentance can only be achieved through atonement by blood.
2. Repentance is sought by confession in front of a religious authority.
3. Repentance is the process of turning away from sin and amending one’s life.
4. None of the above.