Part 1: General Knowledge

1. What is the meaning of Al-Ahzab?
   • Answer: The Confederates or The Allies.
2. Which chapter of the Quran is Surah Al-Ahzab?
   • Answer: Surah Al-Ahzab is the 33rd chapter of the Quran.
3. How many verses (ayahs) are there in Surah Al-Ahzab?
   • Answer: There are 73 verses in Surah Al-Ahzab.

Part 2: Key Themes and Lessons 4. What is the main historical event discussed in Surah Al-Ahzab?

• Answer: The Battle of the Trench (Ghazwa-e-Khandaq).

5. What lessons can we learn from the example of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as described in this Surah?
   • Suggested Answer: Leadership, trust in Allah, perseverance during hardships, and the importance of consultation and unity.
6. Surah Al-Ahzab emphasizes the importance of modesty and proper conduct for both men and women. Identify one key verse that highlights this and summarize its message.
   • Answer: Ayah 59 instructs believing women to draw their outer garments over themselves as a sign of modesty and protection.

Part 3: Vocabulary and Tafsir 7. Match the Arabic words with their meanings:

• مُرسل (Mursal) - Messenger
• حزاب (Ahzab) - Confederates
• منافقون (Munafiqun) - Hypocrites

8. Explain the significance of Ayah 40: "Muhammad is not the father of any of your men, but (he is) the Messenger of Allah and the Seal of the Prophets."
   • Suggested Answer: This ayah emphasizes the finality of prophethood and clarifies the unique role of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Part 4: Reflection and Application 9. Reflect on Ayah 21, which mentions the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as an excellent role model. How can we apply this verse in our daily lives?

• Suggested Answer: By emulating his character, honesty, patience, kindness, and dedication to Allah's commands.

10. Discuss how the values of unity and perseverance demonstrated during the Battle of the Trench can be applied in modern-day challenges.

• Suggested Answer: By working together as a community, trusting in Allah, and remaining steadfast in difficult times.

Part 5: Quiz Section 11. True or False:

• The primary focus of Surah Al-Ahzab is laws of inheritance. (False)
• Surah Al-Ahzab discusses the relationship between the Prophet (PBUH) and his followers. (True)

12. Fill in the Blanks:

• The ________ dug a trench around Medina to protect the city during the Battle of the Trench. (Muslims)
• Surah Al-Ahzab reminds believers to ________ Allah and His Messenger. (obey)