What is “Tafsir al-Qur’an bil-Qur’an”? A. Interpretation by hadith B. Qur’an explaining itself C. Linguistic tafsir D. Philosophical tafsir Explanation: One verse explains another.
Which Surah mentions “Dhul-Qarnayn”? A. Al-Kahf B. Yusuf C. Al-Qasas D. Al-Anbiya Explanation: His story appears in Al-Kahf.
Which doctrine affirms Allah’s speech as eternal attribute? A. Ash‘ari B. Mu‘tazila C. Jahmiyyah D. Qadariyyah Explanation: Ash‘ari theology.
Which empire controlled Baghdad after Mongols initially? A. Ilkhanids B. Ottomans C. Seljuks D. Fatimids Explanation: Mongol Ilkhanate ruled region.
Which Maliki scholar wrote “Al-Istidhkar”? A. Ibn Abd al-Barr B. Sahnun C. Malik D. Qurtubi Explanation: Commentary on Muwatta.
Which companion was known for wealth and generosity in Tabuk? A. Uthman ibn Affan B. Abu Bakr C. Umar D. Ali Explanation: He financed large portion of army.
What is “Ilm al-Qira’at”? A. Tafsir science B. Science of recitations C. Hadith classification D. Jurisprudence Explanation: Studies variant Qur’anic recitations.
Which Surah contains “Ayat al-Mubahala”? A. Aal Imran B. Al-Baqarah C. Al-Nisa D. Al-Anfal Explanation: Verse 61 discusses Mubahala.
Which sect denies that Allah can be seen even metaphorically? A. Mu‘tazila B. Ash‘ari C. Athari D. Maturidi Explanation: They reject ru’yah entirely.
Who authored “Al-Muwafaqat”? A. Al-Shatibi B. Malik C. Ibn Rushd D. Al-Ghazali Explanation: Focuses on maqasid al-shari‘ah.