Marriage and the family (Edexcel GCSE Religious Studies B): Quizzes
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In Islamic teaching, when should divorce be considered?
In Islamic teaching, when should divorce be considered?
As a final option after all else fails
What is the mandatory waiting period (Iddah) in Islamic divorce?
What is the mandatory waiting period (Iddah) in Islamic divorce?
Three months
During the Iddah period, what must the couple do?
During the Iddah period, what must the couple do?
Live together but no sexual relations
How many times can a husband declare his intention to divorce?
How many times can a husband declare his intention to divorce?
Up to three separate times
What is the difference between Sunni and Shi'a divorce procedures?
What is the difference between Sunni and Shi'a divorce procedures?
Shi'a require witnesses, Sunni don't
How does Allah view divorce according to Islamic teaching?
How does Allah view divorce according to Islamic teaching?
Detestable in the sight of Allah
What does Islam teach about the nature of marriage?
What does Islam teach about the nature of marriage?
A lifelong commitment and contract
What example did the Prophet Muhammad set regarding divorce?
What example did the Prophet Muhammad set regarding divorce?
He did not divorce
Which are legitimate reasons for Muslim women to seek divorce?
Which are legitimate reasons for Muslim women to seek divorce?
Desertion, cruelty, lack of support
What must Muslim women often seek when pursuing divorce?
What must Muslim women often seek when pursuing divorce?
Assistance from a Shari'ah court
What is one purpose of the Iddah waiting period?
What is one purpose of the Iddah waiting period?
To ensure the woman is not pregnant
Who should couples seek help from before considering divorce?
Who should couples seek help from before considering divorce?
Extended family & Muslim community