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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of Muhammad's wives was believed to be the one he loved most?

2. Where did the Quraysh feel they would be safe in Chapter 41?

3. During the battle with the Quraysh in Chapter 52, where did the Muslims seek refuge?

4. Who brokered the goods from the rich caravan in Chapter 62?

5. Where did A'sihah find her lost item in Chapter 64?

Short Essay Questions

1. Following the battle with the Quraysh, what did a revelation tell Muhammad to do? What exception did Muhammad make for this revelation?

2. What did the Quraysh decide in Chapter 44?

3. How were the Quraysh influenced to retreat from the conflict and return home in Chapter 60?

4. What supernatural event occurred when Muhammad arrived in Tabuk?

5. What troubles did Muhammad have with his wives in Chapter 71?

6. What did Muhammad do to prepare for the Quraysh attack on the oasis in Chapter 59?

7. Who was taken captive after Muhammad's battle with the Hawazin, and what did Muhammad provide for them?

8. What became a topic of gossip in Chapter 65?

9. What did Muhammad arrange in Chapter 47?

10. Summarize Muhammad's trip to Mecca in Chapter 72.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the most prominent enemy of Muhammad, Abu Jahl. Who was he and why was he Muhammad's enemy? What did he think of Muhammad? What did he do to Muhammad and his followers? How did his life end?

Essay Topic 2

Describe Muhammad's family. Who were the family members closest to Muhammad? How many wives and children did he have? Was Muhammad close to his family? Who raised Muhammad?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Lings portrayal of Muhammad's ancestors. Which figures does he concentrate on? What stories are told? What significant events took place before Muhammad's birth that would directly affect him?

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