Eid quiz, printable
Eid Quiz: Printable Questions and Answers
Print this quiz for your class, study circle, or family quiz night. 10 questions, an answer key with short explanations, no screen needed.
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How many Eid celebrations do Muslims observe each year?
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What does Eid al-Fitr celebrate?
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What does Eid al-Adha commemorate?
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Eid al-Adha takes place during which yearly pilgrimage period?
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What special prayer opens the celebration on the morning of Eid?
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What is the charity given before the Eid al-Fitr prayer, so that everyone can join the celebration, called?
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What is the animal sacrifice performed during Eid al-Adha called?
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Which greeting is commonly exchanged during Eid celebrations?
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What do many Muslim families traditionally give to children during Eid?
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Which of these best describes the mood of the Eid prayer and gathering?
Answer key
Eid Quiz, correct answers and explanations.
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D. Two
Muslims observe two Eid celebrations each year, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, each marking a different occasion.
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C. The end of the Ramadan fast
Eid al-Fitr, the Festival of Breaking the Fast, celebrates the completion of the month of Ramadan.
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A. Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah
Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates the story of Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah, and Allah's mercy in providing a ram instead.
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B. Hajj
Eid al-Adha falls during the days of Hajj, in the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah, even for Muslims who are not performing the pilgrimage that year.
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D. Salat al-Eid
Salat al-Eid is a special congregational prayer performed on the morning of both Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, often held outdoors or in large gatherings.
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B. Zakat al-Fitr
Zakat al-Fitr is given before the Eid al-Fitr prayer so that people in need can also enjoy the holiday.
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C. Qurbani
Qurbani is the sacrifice of an animal during Eid al-Adha, with the meat traditionally shared among family, neighbors, and those in need.
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A. Eid Mubarak
Eid Mubarak, meaning Blessed Eid, is the common greeting exchanged among family and friends during both Eid celebrations.
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D. Eidi, a small gift of money
Eidi is a small gift, often money, traditionally given to children by parents and older relatives during Eid celebrations.
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A. Joyful and communal, marked by gratitude
Eid is a joyful, communal occasion, marked by gratitude, shared meals, new clothes, and visiting family and friends.