Part 1: General Knowledge
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What is the meaning of Al-Ahzab?
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Answer: The Confederates or The Allies.
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Which chapter of the Quran is Surah Al-Ahzab?
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Answer: Surah Al-Ahzab is the 33rd chapter of the Quran.
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How many verses (ayahs) are there in Surah Al-Ahzab?
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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?
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Answer: The Battle of the Trench (Ghazwa-e-Khandaq).
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What lessons can we learn from the example of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as described in this Surah?
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Suggested Answer: Leadership, trust in Allah, perseverance during hardships, and the importance of consultation and unity.
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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.
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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:
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مُرسل (Mursal) - Messenger
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حزاب (Ahzab) - Confederates
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منافقون (Munafiqun) - Hypocrites
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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."
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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?
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Suggested Answer: By emulating his character, honesty, patience, kindness, and dedication to Allah's commands.
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Discuss how the values of unity and perseverance demonstrated during the Battle of the Trench can be applied in modern-day challenges.
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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:
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The primary focus of Surah Al-Ahzab is laws of inheritance. (False)
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Surah Al-Ahzab discusses the relationship between the Prophet (PBUH) and his followers. (True)
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Fill in the Blanks:
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The ________ dug a trench around Medina to protect the city during the Battle of the Trench. (Muslims)
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Surah Al-Ahzab reminds believers to ________ Allah and His Messenger. (obey)