Festivals and commemorations (AQA GCSE Religious Studies A): Quizzes
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What does Id-ul-Adha commemorate?
What does Id-ul-Adha commemorate?
Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son
How do festivals strengthen the ummah?
How do festivals strengthen the ummah?
By bringing Muslims together globally
What does the term 'ummah' refer to?
What does the term 'ummah' refer to?
Global community of Muslims
Why are festivals important for UK Muslims regarding identity?
Why are festivals important for UK Muslims regarding identity?
They maintain religious identity
What happens to the meat from animals sacrificed during Id-ul-Adha?
What happens to the meat from animals sacrificed during Id-ul-Adha?
Shared among family, friends and needy
In which Surah is Ibrahim's sacrifice story found?
In which Surah is Ibrahim's sacrifice story found?
Surah 37:102-111
When does Id-ul-Fitr begin?
When does Id-ul-Fitr begin?
When the first new moon is sighted
What does the Id-ul-Fitr greeting 'Id Mubarak' mean?
What does the Id-ul-Fitr greeting 'Id Mubarak' mean?
Blessed celebration
What is the purpose of zakat al-fitr?
What is the purpose of zakat al-fitr?
To help poorest join festival
When does Ashura occur?
When does Ashura occur?
Tenth day of Muharram
How do Sunni Muslims primarily observe Ashura?
How do Sunni Muslims primarily observe Ashura?
Voluntary fasting and prayer
What do Shi'a Muslims commemorate on Ashura?
What do Shi'a Muslims commemorate on Ashura?
Martyrdom of Hussain at Karbala