1) Good character should be developed upon:

1. what Islamic beliefs and practices teach us.
2. what is accepted in the forms of popular slogans in modern society today.
3. what is publically displayed by different idols and icons whether deemed good or bad.
4. whatever source we feel strongly about emulating, by choice.

2) In order to develop a good character, who should Muslims strive to emulate in their daily lives?

1. The prophets of Allah.
2. Successful leaders.
3. Famous media icons.
4. One’s parents.

3) Complete the hadith: “The most excellent believers in faith are those who have…………..”

1. good moral character.
2. good Islamic knowledge.
3. good physique.
4. None of the above.

4) Identify the motivator(s) of good character.

1. Love of Prophet Muhammad.
2. Increase in good deeds.
3. Desire to be an excellent believer.
4. All of the above.

5) Khuluq means:

1. guidance.
2. good deeds.
3. generosity.
4. inner, natural disposition.

6) The Arabic term that describes one’s inner natural disposition is:

1. Khuluq
2. Khaliq
3. Khalifa
4. Khlaaq

7) According to one narration, the heftiest thing to be placed in the scale of the believer on the Day of Judgment will be:

1. the wealth he earned.
2. the popularity he gained.
3. his hours of worship.
4. his good character.

8) Identify a true statement about character.

1. Character is basically maxims best left for an individual to practice when convenient.
2. Character comes from the “core,” from deep inside a person and reflects ones true convictions.
3. Prophets of Allah were not teachers of good character because it is culture specific.
4. Most people have good character; there is no need to emphasize on it so much.