Quiz 23 of Chapter III - Quranic Quiz Bank

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Quiz 23 of Chapter III

Stories of the Past Nations and Prophets

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1. ‘We tell you [Prophet] the best of stories in revealing this Quran to you. Before this you were one of those who knew nothing about them.’ Which story has been described as "Ahsanal Qassas" or best of narrative?

(A) The life of Ibrahim AS

(B) The life of Yusuf AS (C) The life of Yunus AS (D) The life of Musa AS

(D) They became disintegrated in the morning

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2. In the story of prophet Yusuf AS, what he has seen in his dream prostrating to him?

(A) 19 Angels

(B) 7 fat cows

(D) 11 stars and the sun and the moon

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3. In the story of prophet Yusuf AS, what did Ya'qub AS advise to Yusuf AS regarding the his dream?

(A) Relate it to his brothers

(B) Forget about it

(D) Discuss with dream interpreter

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4. In the story of prophet Yusuf AS, how did Yusuf's father Ya’qub interpret his dream?

(A) Allah would choose and favor Yusuf

(B) Allah would test Yusuf

(D) Yusuf would always be secure

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5. In the story of prophet Yusuf AS, why Ya’qub’s sons contrived a plan to get rid of one of their half-brothers?

(A) their father’s order

(B) their false thoughts (father preferring Yusuf instead of group)

(D) get more portion of wealth

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6. In the story of prophet Yusuf AS, what plots Yusuf’s brothers agreed themselves to get rid of his bother without having to kill him?

(A) Leave him in the forest

(B) Throw him into the bottom of the well and some travelers will pick him up

(D) Banish him to a distant land

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7. In the story of prophet Yusuf AS, Yusuf’s brothers ask for their father’s permission to take Yusuf out with them, where?

(A) Take him out for fishing

(B) Go out with them, eat well and play

(D) For swimming

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8. In the story of prophet Yusuf AS, what did Yusuf's father fear for young Yusuf if he went out to play with his brothers?

(A) He might get lost

(B) A wolf might eat him

(D) He might be attracted to worldly things

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9. In the story of prophet Yusuf AS, what did Yusuf's brothers do to him while they took him out?

(A) Sold him

(B) Killed him

(D) Cast him in a well

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10. In the story of prophet Yusuf AS, what did Yusuf's brothers tell their father they were doing when "a wolf ate Yusuf"?

(A) Racing

(B) Hunting

(D) Rearing the cattle

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Stories of the Past Nations and Prophets

The correct answer is : The life of Yusuf AS (C) The life of Yunus AS (D) The life of Musa AS

Reference: Surah Yusuf 12:3

Arabic:-

نَحْنُ نَقُصُّ عَلَيْكَ أَحْسَنَ ٱلْقَصَصِ بِمَآ أَوْحَيْنَآ إِلَيْكَ هَـٰذَا ٱلْقُرْءَانَ وَإِن كُنتَ مِن قَبْلِهِۦ لَمِنَ ٱلْغَـٰفِلِينَ ٣

Translation:

We relate to you ˹O Prophet˺ the best of stories through Our revelation of this Quran, though before this you were totally unaware ˹of them˺.

Tafseer / Explanation:

Allah declares that the story of Yusuf (AS) is one of the best and most beautiful narratives in the Qur’an.

The verse highlights that this story is not man-made but divinely revealed.

It was sent to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who had no prior knowledge of these events.

This shows that the Qur’an is a source of divine knowledge and wisdom.

The verse prepares the reader for a meaningful story filled with lessons in patience, morality, and trust in Allah.

Correct:

Reference: Surah Yusuf 12:3

Arabic:-

نَحْنُ نَقُصُّ عَلَيْكَ أَحْسَنَ ٱلْقَصَصِ بِمَآ أَوْحَيْنَآ إِلَيْكَ هَـٰذَا ٱلْقُرْءَانَ وَإِن كُنتَ مِن قَبْلِهِۦ لَمِنَ ٱلْغَـٰفِلِينَ ٣

Translation:

We relate to you ˹O Prophet˺ the best of stories through Our revelation of this Quran, though before this you were totally unaware ˹of them˺.

Tafseer / Explanation:

Allah declares that the story of Yusuf (AS) is one of the best and most beautiful narratives in the Qur’an.

The verse highlights that this story is not man-made but divinely revealed.

It was sent to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, who had no prior knowledge of these events.

This shows that the Qur’an is a source of divine knowledge and wisdom.

The verse prepares the reader for a meaningful story filled with lessons in patience, morality, and trust in Allah.

The correct answer is : 11 stars and the sun and the moon

Reference: Surah Yusuf 12:4

Arabic:-

إِذْ قَالَ يُوسُفُ لِأَبِيهِ يَـٰٓأَبَتِ إِنِّى رَأَيْتُ أَحَدَ عَشَرَ كَوْكَبًۭا وَٱلشَّمْسَ وَٱلْقَمَرَ رَأَيْتُهُمْ لِى سَـٰجِدِينَ ٤atience, morality, and trust in Allah.

Translation:

˹Remember˺ when Joseph said to his father, “O my dear father! Indeed I dreamt of eleven stars, and the sun, and the moon—I saw them prostrating to me!”1

Tafseer / Explanation:

Prophet Yusuf (AS) shares a significant dream with his father, Prophet Ya‘qub (AS).

The dream shows eleven stars, the sun, and the moon bowing to him.

This dream is symbolic and prophetic, foretelling future honor and status.

The eleven stars represent his brothers, while the sun and moon symbolize his parents.

The verse introduces the main theme of the surah — Yusuf’s journey from hardship to honor by Allah’s will.

Correct:

Reference: Surah Yusuf 12:4

Arabic:-

إِذْ قَالَ يُوسُفُ لِأَبِيهِ يَـٰٓأَبَتِ إِنِّى رَأَيْتُ أَحَدَ عَشَرَ كَوْكَبًۭا وَٱلشَّمْسَ وَٱلْقَمَرَ رَأَيْتُهُمْ لِى سَـٰجِدِينَ ٤atience, morality, and trust in Allah.

Translation:

˹Remember˺ when Joseph said to his father, “O my dear father! Indeed I dreamt of eleven stars, and the sun, and the moon—I saw them prostrating to me!”1

Tafseer / Explanation:

Prophet Yusuf (AS) shares a significant dream with his father, Prophet Ya‘qub (AS).

The dream shows eleven stars, the sun, and the moon bowing to him.

This dream is symbolic and prophetic, foretelling future honor and status.

The eleven stars represent his brothers, while the sun and moon symbolize his parents.

The verse introduces the main theme of the surah — Yusuf’s journey from hardship to honor by Allah’s will.

The correct answer is : Not to relate it to his brothers

Reference: Surah Yusuf 12:5

Arabic:-

قَالَ يَـٰبُنَىَّ لَا تَقْصُصْ رُءْيَاكَ عَلَىٰٓ إِخْوَتِكَ فَيَكِيدُوا۟ لَكَ كَيْدًا ۖ إِنَّ ٱلشَّيْطَـٰنَ لِلْإِنسَـٰنِ عَدُوٌّۭ مُّبِينٌۭ ٥

Translation:

He replied, “O my dear son! Do not relate your vision to your brothers, or they will devise a plot against you. Surely Satan is a sworn enemy to humankind.

Tafseer / Explanation:

Prophet Ya‘qub (AS) advises his son Yusuf (AS) to keep the dream secret from his brothers.

He fears that jealousy may cause them to plot harm against Yusuf.

This shows Ya‘qub’s wisdom and understanding of human nature.

He reminds Yusuf that Satan is a clear enemy who incites envy and conflict.

The verse teaches the value of caution and the danger of exposing blessings to those who may not understand or accept them.

Correct:

Reference: Surah Yusuf 12:5

Arabic:-

قَالَ يَـٰبُنَىَّ لَا تَقْصُصْ رُءْيَاكَ عَلَىٰٓ إِخْوَتِكَ فَيَكِيدُوا۟ لَكَ كَيْدًا ۖ إِنَّ ٱلشَّيْطَـٰنَ لِلْإِنسَـٰنِ عَدُوٌّۭ مُّبِينٌۭ ٥

Translation:

He replied, “O my dear son! Do not relate your vision to your brothers, or they will devise a plot against you. Surely Satan is a sworn enemy to humankind.

Tafseer / Explanation:

Prophet Ya‘qub (AS) advises his son Yusuf (AS) to keep the dream secret from his brothers.

He fears that jealousy may cause them to plot harm against Yusuf.

This shows Ya‘qub’s wisdom and understanding of human nature.

He reminds Yusuf that Satan is a clear enemy who incites envy and conflict.

The verse teaches the value of caution and the danger of exposing blessings to those who may not understand or accept them.

The correct answer is : Allah would choose and favor Yusuf

Reference: Surah Yusuf 12:6

Arabic:-

Translation:

And so will your Lord choose you ˹O Joseph˺, and teach you the interpretation of dreams, and perfect His favour upon you and the descendants of Jacob—˹just˺ as He once perfected it upon your forefathers, Abraham and Isaac. Surely your Lord is All-Knowing, All-Wise.”

Tafseer / Explanation: