Islamic Beliefs & Scriptures (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE Religious Studies): Exam Questions

(i) Name two of the five roots of Usul ad-Din.

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(ii) Outline what is meant by akhirah and malaʾikah.

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Explain the importance of zakah for Muslims.

Discuss the significance of belief in qadar for Muslim daily life. You must refer to Islam in your answer. Your response should consider different points of view when you evaluate the question.

(i) What is meant by the phrase ‘Seal of the Prophets’?

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(ii) Briefly describe what is meant by the term ‘Sunnah (Ahadith)’.

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Explain why the Qur’an is a sacred text for Muslims

‘The shahadah is a complete statement of Muslim beliefs.’
Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Islam in your answer.

‘It might be harder to pass God’s test if a person is born wealthy.’
Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Islam in your answer.

Briefly describe what is meant by the term ‘Articles of Faith’.

Explain the relationship between the Qur’an and the Sunnah (Ahadith).

‘The hijrah is the most significant event in Muslim history.’
Discuss this statement. Give your own opinion and show that you have thought about other points of view. You must refer to Islam in your answer.