Islamic Terminology & Key MCQs with Answers

What is the literal meaning of the word 'Masjid'?

• A.House of Allah
• B.Ibadatgha
• C.Holy Place
• D.Prayer Hall

What term is used in Islamic teachings to describe desires that continue to be effective and predominant?

• A.Nafs-e-Mutmainnah
• B.Nafs-e-Lawwamah
• C.Nafs-e-Ammarah
• D.Nafs-e-Mulhima

In Islamic teachings, what does the phrase 'la tatghaw' mean?

• A.Do not despair
• B.Do not lie
• C.Do not rebel
• D.Do not be arrogant

The term 'Ibadat' in Islamic terminology is derived from which Arabic root word?

• A.Ibad
• B.Ubudiyyah
• C.Abid
• D.Abd

What is the meaning of the Arabic phrase 'ud'u hum'?

• A.Teach them
• B.Guide them
• C.Forgive them
• D.Call them

Past Paper MCQ

What does 'Infaq' mean in Islamic terminology?

• A.Performing optional prayers
• B.Fasting voluntarily
• C.Spending wealth for the cause of Islam
• D.Making a pilgrimage to Makkah

What is the meaning of the term 'Ulu al-Arham' in Islamic context?

• A.Blood relatives
• B.People of knowledge
• C.Companions of the Prophet
• D.Rulers and governors

Who is referred to as the person who performs prayer alone in Islamic terminology?

• A.Masbuq
• B.Muqtadi
• C.Munfarid
• D.Imam

What term is used in Islam to describe the deviation from the 'Straight Path' or 'Saraat-e-Mustaqeem'?

• A.Gumrah
• B.Kufr
• C.Shirk
• D.Nifaq

What does the term 'Jizya' refer to in Islamic history?

• A.A poll tax on non-Muslims
• B.A land tax on Muslims
• C.A trade tariff on merchants
• D.A charity contribution for the poor