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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Satanic Verses.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When were the Muslims attacked?
(a) During their prayers or salat.
(b) During religious meetings.
(c) At night.
(d) While traveling.

2. How was the Quran revealed to Muhammad?
(a) In two mystical experiences.
(b) In piecemeal version.
(c) In one large message.
(d) In a cave in Saudi Arabia.

3. How was monotheism viewed by the Arabians?
(a) As the right way to believe.
(b) As a form of control by the imperialists.
(c) As an unusual belief system.
(d) As a way to unify groups of people.

4. Why was Muhammad called the unlettered prophet?
(a) Because he could not be taught to read.
(b) Because of his illiteracy.
(c) Because he was blind and could not read.
(d) Because he could not write or read Arabic.

5. By the time of Muhammad's birth, there were three different divisions within his tribe. What were they based upon?
(a) Strength.
(b) Talent.
(c) Wealth.
(d) Intelligence.

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom was loyalty due in the various groups?

2. What is the Western view of Muhammad?

3. What did Muhammad use to force people to convert to Islam?

4. After his first encounter with the angel Gabriel, how did Muhammad react?

5. By what does Muhammad believe that he is comforted, as he believes after every encounter?

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