Islamic Quiz on Prophets

1. A king dreams of seven fat cows being eaten by seven lean cows. Which prophet interprets the dream and helps prepare for years of famine?

2. Which prophet called upon Allah while in the darkness associated with a great fish?

3. In Islamic teaching, who is regarded as the first human and the first prophet?

4. A prophet understands the speech of birds and is given authority over the wind and jinn. Who is he?

5. A ruler ordered a prophet to be cast into a fire, but Allah made the fire cool and safe for him. Which prophet was he?

6. Which prophet was commanded to strike the sea with his staff, allowing his followers to cross?

7. Which prophet received the Zabur, commonly rendered in English as the Psalms?

8. Angelic guests arrived, and a prophet was instructed to leave with his household before punishment came upon his community. Which prophet does this describe?

9. If a question refers to the prophet sent to the people of 'Ad, which prophet should you identify?

10. The people of Thamud were given a she-camel as a sign. Which prophet had been sent to them?

11. Zakariya prayed for a righteous heir despite his old age. Which prophet was the son granted to him?

12. Which prophet was born to Maryam without a human father and spoke while still in the cradle?

13. Which prophet warned his people over a long period and built an ark before the flood?

14. Musa asked Allah to strengthen his mission through the help of his eloquent brother. Who was that brother?

15. A prophet endures severe personal suffering, continues turning to Allah, and is ultimately granted relief. Who best matches this account?

16. Which prophet is identified in the Qur'an as the Seal of the Prophets?