Western Religions — Practice Quiz

Quran

The Quran is the holy book of Islam. Step 1: The text states 'These preachings were compiled by his followers. This is the Holy book of Islam, Quran.' Step 2: The Bible is the holy book of Christianity, not Islam. Step 3: Torah is part of the Hebrew Bible used in Judaism. Step 4: Zend Avesta is the holy book of Zoroastrianism. Step 5: The Quran contains the divine revelations that Prophet Muhammad received and shared with his followers, compiled after his teachings.

12

Jesus had 12 disciples called apostles. Step 1: The text clearly states 'Jesus had 12 disciples. They are called Apostles.' Step 2: These 12 apostles were Jesus's closest followers who helped spread his teachings. Step 3: Peter is mentioned as the first apostle among the twelve. Step 4: The number 12 is significant in Christian tradition and represents the foundation of the early Christian church. Step 5: All other numbers (10, 15, 20) are incorrect as the text specifically mentions 12.

622 CE

Prophet Muhammad migrated from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE. Step 1: The text states 'In the year 622 he travelled from Mecca to Medina.' Step 2: This journey is historically known as 'Hijira' and marks an important event in Islamic history. Step 3: 570 CE was the year Muhammad was born, not when he migrated. Step 4: 632 CE was the year Muhammad died in Mecca. Step 5: 610 CE is not mentioned in the text as a significant date. The Hijira in 622 CE is so important that it marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar.

Roman Empire

The Roman Empire adopted Christianity as its state religion during Emperor Constantine's time. Step 1: The text mentions 'During the time of Emperor Constantine, Christianity was adopted as the State Religion.' Step 2: Constantine was a Roman Emperor, indicating this happened in the Roman Empire. Step 3: Before this, Christians were persecuted in the Roman Empire, with Jesus himself crucified by Roman soldiers. Step 4: The Greek, Persian, and Egyptian empires are not mentioned in this context. Step 5: This adoption by Rome was crucial for Christianity's spread throughout Europe and the world.