1. Imam Ali, Al-Hasan, and Al-Husain
Part 4
50 Questions

2. How many kinds of Al-Jafr are there?
Two, the white and the red.
Three, the white, the red, and the yellow.
Two, the white and the black.
Three, the white, the black, and the yellow.
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3. How many slaves was Ali able to free during Khilaafah of Uthman?
Ali could free 450 slaves.
Ali could free 600 slaves.
Ali could free 125 slaves.
Ali could free 100 slaves.
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4. Mention 3 sayings of Ali about nobility of character.
Noble character is the best companion of man.
Verily, Allah singled out and chose his blessed Prophets for nobility of their character.
In good manners is hidden the wealth of good fortune.
a, + The malady of lying is the ugliest of diseases.
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5. Mention a saying of Ali about good will.
There is no evil greater than falsehood.
It is Allah's desire that every man should have goodwill toward the rest of humanity.
Lack of forgiveness in a man is his greatest shortcoming, and vindictiveness is the worst of transgressions.
Enhance your worthiness by overlooking matters of inconsequence.
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6. Mention a saying of Ali about gathering wisdom.
When a man's origin is noble, both his exterior and interior are honorable.
No one conceals a matter in his heart but gives himself away in slips of the tongue or expressions of the face.
The highest knowledge for man is the knowledge of his own self.
Gather wisdom even from those who are astray.
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7. Mention a saying of Ali about ignorance.
The worst ignorance for man is his ignorance of his own self.
Every kind of excess in praise or blame is due to one's overindulgence and this is folly.
The sense of shame dissuades one from disgraceful acts.
Good manners are an evidence of noble descent.
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8. Mention a saying of Ali about mettle of men.
The mettle of men is revealed in times of reverse.
Aspire not for something you do not deserve.
Every kind of excess in praise or blame is due to one's overindulgence and this is folly.
The sense of shame dissuades one from disgraceful acts.
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9. How was Ali elected for Khilaafah?
By appointment like Omar's.
By way of Counsel of Elders.
After three days of insistence by the people, Ali agreed.
c, + Ali insisting that he follows the Quran and only the Sunnah of the Prophet.
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10. Mention the reasons Ali at first refused to accept the Khilaafah.
The resulting chaos after the murder of Uthman.
The great guilt caused by the killing of Uthman.
The unsettled condition of the Ummah.
a, b, c, + The emotional upheaval and confusion of the people.
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Describe Ali's home.
Ali's home, unlike that of Uthman's, was unpretentious, very modest, and plain.
a, + Ali purposely avoided material indulgence, but his house was the richest in Islamic enlightenment.
a, b, + Ali's house was near the Mosque where Muhammad (pbuh) was buried.
Ali's home was luxuriously rich and opulent since he was the Khalifa.
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What 2 important points the people of Medina were faced with after Uthman was killed?
Selecting a new Khalifa.
a, + Arrest the killers of Khalifa Uthman, try them and convict them.
a, + Get the employment back to normal.
a, + Start the Muslim expansion once more.
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What 2 important points the people of Medina were faced with after Uthman was killed?
Redistribute the wealth of the public treasury fairly and to do away with the excesses of Uthman's administration.
a, + To do away with the bad Governors of Benu Umayya family.
a, + To do away with the bad Governors of Benu Umayya family but keep Mu'awiya.
a, + To do away with the bad Governors of Benu Umayya family but keep Marwan.
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14. What 3 points did Ali face during the early part of his Khilaafah?
Seeds for a rebellion in Mecca.
Though fired by Ali, Mu'awiya refusing to obey the orders.
People's demand for immediate employment.
a, b, + A strong sentiment to avenge the killers of Uthman.
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15. What was the first insurgency against Ali?
Insurgency by Mu'awiya.
Insurgency by A'isha, Talha, and Zubair.
Insurgency by Marwan.
Ibn Sar'h.
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Mention 3 reasons why Ali did not succeed to prevent A'isha insurgency.
The intrigue of Benu Umayya against Ali was very effective.
Ali was resented because he was the main hero who killed the pagan leaders of Quraish.
a, b, + The rebels were supplied with money stolen from the State Treasury of Yemen by its fired Umayya Governor.
a, b, + The rebels attacked the State Treasury in Medina to finance their operation.
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17. Explain event of Al-How'ab.
On the way to Basrah, A'isha was startled by barking of dogs.
Worriedly she asked about the name of the place.
a, b, + When told it was called Al-How'ab, A'isha was upset demanding to go back to Medina immediately.
a, b, + When told it was called Al-How'ab, A'isha was happy and proceeded to go to Basrah.
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18. Quote Prophet Muhammad's Hadith about Al-How'ab.
When A'isha was questioned she replied, the Prophet (pbuh) had warned his wives saying, “I wonder who of you will be behind the camel affair, at whom the dogs of al-How'ab will bark, who will have deviated from the way? As to you, Humaira, I have warned you now.”
a, + Humaira was A'isha's endearing name.
a, + Humaira was Umm Salama's endearing name.
a, + Humaira was Hafsa's endearing name.
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19. How was Al-How'ab incident resolved?
To convince her otherwise, Talha and Zubair brought false witnesses, to swear that the place was not Al-How'ab.
a, + the witnesses were about 50 in number.
a, + the witnesses were about 5 in number.
a, + the witnesses were about 25 in number.
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Mention 2 points that took place as a result of the insurgents' acts in Basrah.
The insurgents under A'isha's leadership raised emotions and gave many speeches.
The insurgents overwhelmed the Governor of Basrah, beating him, and even pulled off the hair of his head, eyebrows, and beard.
a, b, + This was done to degrade him.
a, b, + This was done to preventing him from avenging them.
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Mention 2 points that took place as a result of the insurgents' acts in Basrah.
The rebels under A'isha, Talha and Zubair attacked, killing up to 400 innocent people.
Attacked the armory to lay their hands on the war material and ammunition.
a, b, + Attacked and seized the public treasury for their military operation.
a, b, + Used the public treasury to compensate for the men they killed.
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22. What did Al-Hasan, (as Ali's emissary), do in Kufa?
Al-Hasan went ahead of Ali to Kufa and delivered several speeches explaining the position of Ali.
a, + The people volunteered their services and raised a force of 12,000 fighters.
a, + The people volunteered their services and raised a force of 50,000 fighters.
a, + The people volunteered their services and raised a force of 120,000 fighters.
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Describe the meeting between Ali and Zubair during the Jamal Confrontation.
Zubair was a family relative of Ali and a close friend.
Ali tried hard to dissuade Zubair from warring.
a, b, + Ali reminded Zubair of what the Prophet (pbuh) had said about this occasion 26 years back.
a, b, + Ali reprimanded Zubair of what he was about to do.
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24. What did Prophet Muhammad predict for Ali about those opposing him?
Zubair heard the Prophet (pbuh) saying to him, “Verily you will be fighting against Ali and to Ali you will do that with malice.”
a, + In the Jamal Confrontation, when Zubair was reminded he apologized to Ali and insisted on leaving the rebel camp immediately.
a, + In Medina, when Zubair was reminded he apologized to Ali and insisted on leaving the rebel camp immediately.
a, + In Siffin, when Zubair was reminded he apologized to Ali and insisted on leaving the rebel camp immediately.
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25. Describe Jamal confrontation.
Confrontation between the rebels lead by A'isha, Talha, and Zubair versus Ali the Khalifa.
a, + The battle was almost over by noon, Ali had won.
a, b, + A'isha come on top of camel urging to fight against Ali
a, b, c, + After the camel was disabled, the fighting was over, Ali had won.
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26. How was A'isha returned to Medina?
In full respect, her brother escorting her, along with 40 other guards.
a, + Al-Hasan and Al-Husain escorted her for some distance.
a, + Talha and Marwan escorted her for some distance.
a, + Benu Umayya escorted her for some distance.
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27. Describe Ali's rule in Kufa, the new capital.
Ali's rule was Islamicly exacting.
a, + Ali lived strictly as the Quran and the Sunnah have dictated.
a, b, + No demagogues (like Benu Umayya) were ever appointed by Ali.
a, b, c, + Ali's Islamic ideals showed in every aspect of his government.
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28. What is Nahjul Balaaghah?
Ali's sermons, letter, and sayings were collected in a book.
a, + The book is called The Course of Enlightenment, or Nahjul Balaaghah.
a, + Nahjul Balaaghah is a commentary about Tafseer of the Quran.
a, + Nahjul Balaaghah is a commentary about Hadith the Prophet (pbuh).
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29. What aspects distinguish Nahjul Balaaghah from other works?
Nahjul Balaaghah holds brilliant analytical thinking about faith, theology, historical facts, and numerous other subjects.
a, + Nahjul Balaaghah shows the highest literary style in the Arabic world.
a, b, + Nahjul Balaaghah comes 3rd after the Holy Quran and Hadith.
a, b, + Nahjul Balaaghah supersedes all books.
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30. What kind of government did Ali have?
Ali's government was not bureaucratic, it was simple, having a few people in the administration.
a, + Ali watched the administration of every Governor and appointee like a hawk.
a, b, + Kufa was bustling in his time, it was the nerve center of much activity.
a, b, + Kufa was in a high inflationary cycle and people were complaining.
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31. Explain the early years of Mu'awiya.
As son of Abu Sufyan, Mu'awiya grew up with enmity and scheming against Muhammad (pbuh) and the Muslims.
a, + Mu'awiya's family was bent on obliterating Islam and destroying the Muslims.
a, b, + Mu'awiya's family was friendly and supportive of Islam.
a, b, + Mu'awiya's mother, Hind loved Islam with all her heart.
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32. Describe the personality of Mu'awiya.
Mu'awiya grew up to be diplomatic, shrewd, deceptive, and cunning.
He was self-centered, ambitious, and power hungry.
He diplomatically took advantage of others to benefit himself.
a, b, c, + Diplomatic genius for the sake of self service.
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33. Explain the characteristics of Umayya clan.
The Umayya family was power hungry, worldly, and very materialistic.
The family were obsessed with power and money, and power meant everything to them.
a, b, + Their ambitions were often at the expense of others, no matter what the cost was going to be.
a, + The family was very helpful to the poor and disadvantaged.
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Where is Siffin?
In Syria, by the Euphrates.
In Iraq, by Karbala.
In Hijaz, by Medina.
In Syria, by Jerusalem.
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35. Describe Ali's camp at Siffin Battle.
Ali was after unifying the Islamic nation.
Ali's side was a camp of virtue and righteousness, with volunteers who would give their blood and life for Islam.
a, b, + Imam Ali's camp was for the ideals of Islam, and the welfare of Muslims.
a, b, + Imam Ali's camp was after the coveted Khilaafah and all the privileges entailed.
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36. Describe Mu'awiya's camp at Siffin Battle.
Mu'awiya took the ideals of virtue and righteousness to be utilized, not applied.
Mu'awiya cleverly exploited Islam and used it like a tool to reach his goal.
Fighters who joined Mu'awiya were paid highly enticing salaries from the State Treasury, moneys that rightfully belonged to the poor and needy.
a, b, c, + Also Mu'awiya offered prestigious, or sensitive government positions for those who joined him.
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37. Quote Ali's saying when he passed by Karbala.
When Ali passed by Karbala he somberly said, “It is here where they will be stopped, and it is here will be the blood-shed.”
When Ali was in Karbala he cheerfully said, “It is here where they will be stopped, and it is here will be the blood-shed.”
“This is an eerie place.”
“Muhammad (pbuh) told me that Imam Husain and his family will be massacred here.”
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38. What initially happened at Siffin?
Ali discovered that Mu'awiya's forces had cut off access to the water supply.
Imam Ali's forces overwhelmed Mu'awiya's guard immediately.
a, b, + In a generous gesture, and after overwhelming Mu'awiya's forces, Ali allowed access to the water to Mu'awiya's camp.
a, b, + Ali refused access of water to Mu'awiya, tit for tat.
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39. Describe the battle of Siffin.
A highly ill-matched confrontation between a highly pious camp of Mu'mins led by Imam Ali versus a self-serving, and materialistic camp led by Mu'awiya.
a, + The fight continued, Ali's side dominant, and the fight was furious at times, unyielding, and relentless. It took nine days.
a, + It was a three days battle.
a, + It was a three weeks battle.
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40. Describe the battle of Siffin.
Ali, even though 60 years old, his boldness, unique prowess, and incising hits had the same lightning speed as when he was younger.
The vivacious spirit of Ali (a.s.) did wonders to his camp.
Every time Ali finished an opponent he would yell “Allaahu Akbar”, and it is said in one day he shouted Allaahu Akbar 520 times!
a, b, c, + Numerous people fell wounded or dead.
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41. Explain the importance of the role of Ammar in Siffin Battle.
The 93 year old Ammar, (Companion of the Prophet (pbuh), charged fearlessly, repeating, “Follow me to Heavens, follow me to Heavens,”
a, + Fighters followed fighting bravely.
a, b, + The Prophet had earlier (by 31 years) said to Ammar: “Rejoice O' Ammar, since it is the wicked and malicious party that will kill you.”
The Prophet (pbuh) had said to Ammar 5 years back, “Rejoice O' Ammar, since it is the wicked and malicious party that will kill you.
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42. Describe the encounter between Ali and Ibn Aas and Ali's response.
Ibn Aas was a clever but deceitful General in the camp of Mu'awiya.
Ibn Aas accepted the challenge of Ali but he was no match to Ali.
Ibn Aas was overwhelmed by Ali (a.s.), he lost control and fell to the ground.
a, b, c, + When Ali was about to finish off Ibn Aas, Ibn Aas alarmed of the immediate death, raised his legs to display his genital parts to Ali and all around! This is done to dissuade Ali from killing him. It also indicates his cowardice.
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43. Why did Ibn Aas expose his genitals as he was to be killed by Ali?
Very nervous, Ibn Aas spared no attempt to save his life.
a, + Seeing Ibn Aas shaking in fright, with legs up in the air, exposing himself by showing his genitalia in humiliation, Ali turned his head away in disgust.
a, + Ali believed that a man should save his life at any expense.
Ibn Aas saved his life in an honorable way.
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44. What is the role of Ash'ath in the battle of Siffin?
Mu'awiya agent approach a General in Ali's forces by the name of Ash'ath, promising him wealth and position if he helped disrupt Imam Ali's camp from within.
Ash'ath was one of the three most important commanders in Ali's camp.
a, b, + Ash'ath agreed and became a secret agent for Mu'awiya.
a, b, + But Ash'ath never agreed to the betrayal.
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45. What is the relation of Ash'ath to Imam Ali?
Ash'ath's daughter was married to Al-Hasan the son of Ali.
Ash'ath's daughter was married to Al-Husain the son of Ali.
Ash'ath's daughter was married to Al-Abbas the son of Ali.
Ash'ath's daughter was married to Ibn Abbas, the cousin of Ali.
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46. Describe the fight on the 9th day of Siffin Battle.
The ninth day of the Siffin Battle was decisive, Ali was winning.
a, + Mu'awiya's forces reeled under on several fronts, disintegrating.
a, b, + Ali's battalions pushing forward to be extremely close to the tent of Mu'awiya, the headquarters.
a, b, c, + Mu'awiya heard a suggestion to distract Ali's fighters.
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47. What was Mu'awiya's intent when his forces were near complete defeat?
Mu'awiya was of the opinion to surrender.
Surrender or ask Ibn Abbas to take him under his custody and protection.
a, b, + or escape to the Byzantines.
a, b, + or escape to the Egypt.
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How was the Holy Quran manipulated and exploited by Mu'awiya in Siffin Battle?
Mu'awiya heard Ibn Aas' suggestion to carry the Holy Qurans on the tips of the spears.
Ibn Aas was a hero, he cleverly thought of a trick to avert total defeat.
a, + Mu'awiya used the trick to immediately undermine Ali's fighters.
a, + Mu'awiya succeeded in undermining Ali's side since they were religiously inclined.
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What was the immediate effect on Ali's side upon seeing 500 Qurans on tip of spears?
Ali's forces were startled, became divided, demoralized and confused.
Mu'awiya's fighters were shouting, “Let us stop the fight and let the Quran be our judge. Let us have arbitration!”
a, b, + Ali did not succumb to the trick, he urged his forces to keep fighting.
a, b, + Ali being religious, ordered for the fight to stop.
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50. Who forced Ali to stop the fight in Siffin Battle?
Al-Ash'ath, the General in Ali's camp, turned secret agent working for Mu'awiya.
Al-Ash'ath, undermined everything and added much to the confusion.
a, b, + Some of the staunch fighters in Ali's camp even threaten Ali if he didn't agree to Mu'awiya's request.
a, b, + Ibn Abbas and other Sahaaba.
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51. What is Dammatul Jandal?
A town in which arbitration took place after Siffin Battle.
a, + A town invaded by Mu'awiya forces.
a, + Between representative of Ali and Mu'awiya.
a, + A Byzantine town in which Caesar resided.
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