Cambridge & Pearson Edexcel Past Paper Questions

Describe the main events in the life of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) from his childhood until he received revelation.

In Madina, the Helpers (Ansar) and Emigrants (Muhajirun) were made brothers. Give an account of the main developments of this relationship.

Choose any two of the following passages from the Qur'an, and: (1) بسم اللهِ الرَّحْمَنِ الرَّحِيمِ الْحَمْدُ للهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ الرَّحْمَنِ ...

Using the Qur'an passages set for special study in the syllabus, outline the relationship between God and two of His Messengers: • Adam, • Abraham...

Give an account of the Prophet's migration (hijra) from Makka to Madina.

Write about the events of the final year of the Prophet's life.

Write a detailed account of the lives of Hamza ibn Abd al-Muttalib and Khalid ibn Walid during the lifetime of the Prophet (pbuh).

Choose any two of the following Hadiths, and: (i) كُلُّ سُلَامَى مِنَ النَّاسِ عَلَيْهِ صَدَقَةٌ كُلَّ يَوْمٍ تَطْلُعُ فِيهِ الشَّمْسُ : تَعْدِلُ ب...

Give a detailed account of the checks made on the text and narrators of Hadiths.

Outline the reasons for the unrest against ‘Uthman and write an account of the rebellion in Madina that led to his martyrdom.

Write about the following: • The benefits of private prayer (du'a) in a Muslim's life. • The times when God is thought most likely to accept du'a.

Describe how Muslims observe the fast of Ramadan and how this month should be spent.

Write an account of the compilation of Hadiths during the period of the Successors of the Successors (tabi' al-tabi'in).

Mu'awiya was opposed to 'Ali's caliphate. Give reasons for his opposition and write an account of the Battle of Siffin which resulted from this opp...

Islamic teachings revolve around six main Articles of Faith. Write about the following two: • belief in God, and • belief in angels.

'Prophets played a central part in conveying God's message to humanity.' Write an account of Muslim belief in prophets.

Choose any two of the following passages from the Qur'an, and: (1) وَإِذْ قَالَ رَبُّكَ لِلْمَلَائِكَةِ إِنِّي جَاعِلٌ فِي الأرْض خَلِيفَة قالوا أ...

Write about the events of the first revelation received by the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and how he was reassured afterwards.

The Prophet (pbuh) went to spread Islam in Ta'if. Write about the background and details of this event.

The Battle of the Trench (Khandaq) was fought in 627. Give an account of the main events that took place.

Write an account of the life of the Prophet's Companion Abu Bakr, during the Prophet's lifetime.

Choose any two of the following passages from the Qur'an, and: (1) بَدِيعُ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ أَنَّى يَكُونُ لَهُ وَلَدٌ وَلَمْ تَكُن لَهُ ص...

Using three passages you have studied from the syllabus, write about God's relationship with His created world.

Give an account of the main events of the Prophet's preaching up until the public declaration on Mount Safa.

Describe the main events of the Battle of Mu'ta and the Battle of Hunain.

Give an account of the life of the Prophet's wife Aisha during the lifetime of the Prophet (pbuh).

Write an account of the collection of Hadiths during: • the Prophet's lifetime, and • the time of the Companions immediately after the Prophet's de...

Write about the compilation of the Qur'an in the caliphates of both Abu Bakr and 'Uthman.

Write an account of the administration of the caliphate under 'Umar.

There are five forms of jihad. Write an account of any three of them.

Choose any two of the following Hadiths, and: (i) رَحِمَ اللَّهُ رَجُلاً سَمْحًا إِذا بَاعَ، وَإِذَا اشْتَرَى، وَإِذَا اقْتَضَى. May God show mercy...

Outline the relationship between the Qur'an and Hadith when formulating Islamic law.

Write a detailed account about the Battle of Yarmuk fought in the caliphate of 'Umar.

Write about Muslim belief in: • divine books, and • prophets.

How do Muslims prepare themselves for Friday (Jum'a) prayers and what are the special features of this prayer?

Choose any two of the following passages from the Qur'an, and: وَمِنْ آيَاتِهِ اللَّيْلُ وَالنَّهَارُ وَالشَّمْسُ وَالْقَمَرُ لا تَسْجُدُوا لِلشَّ...

Give an account of the different ways in which the Prophet (pbuh) received revelation.

Describe the main events of the Prophet's migration (hijra) from Makka to his welcome in Madina.

Write about the events of the Battle of Khaybar and the Battle of Hunain.

The first wife of the Prophet (pbuh) was Khadija. Write about the main events of her life.

Choose any two of the following passages from the Qur'an, and: (i) Sura 99 إِذَا زُلْزِلَتِ الْأَرْضُ زِلْزَالَهَا وَأَخْرَجَتِ الْأَرْضُ أَثْقَالَ...

Write about the ways in which Abu Bakr, 'Umar and 'Uthman were involved in the compilation and preservation of the Qur'an.

Write about the events of the Battle of Uhud fought in 625.

Giving examples from the Prophet's life, write about how he showed both the qualities of patience and forgiveness.

Write about the life of the Prophet's daughter, Fatima.

Choose any two of the following Hadiths, and: (i) أَنَّ رَجُلًا سَأَلَ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ) فَقَالَ: أَرَأَيْتَ إِذا صَ...

Write a detailed account of the two components of Hadiths: • chain of transmission (isnad) and • text (matn)

Write an account of the false prophet Musailimah and the battle fought against him in 632.

Fasting in Ramadan benefits Muslims in many ways. Write about the major benefits of fasting in Ramadan.

Give an account of the Pillar of Almsgiving (zakat).