1) How old was Zaid ibn Thabit when he first approached Prophet Muhammad for permission to engage in battle?

1. He was only nine years of age.
2. He was a teenager at the time.
3. He was in his early forties.
4. He was in his late sixties.

2) Which language besides Hebrew did the Prophet instruct Zaid ibn Thabit to learn after he recognized Zayd’s gift for languages?

1. Syriac.
2. Persian.
3. Latin.
4. Sanskrit.

3) After being devastated for not being allowed to participate in battle, how did he respond?

1. His response was to study the Quran and thus prove his worth to the Prophet.
2. He began wallowing in grief and retreated from the company of the Prophet for many years.
3. He became rebellious for not getting his own way.
4. He became quite, accepted his fate and did nothing.

4) About what age is Zaid ibn Thabit believed to have been when Prophet Muhammad made Hijrah to Medina?

1. Thirteen.
2. Nine.
3. Twenty three.
4. Forty.

5) In which battle was Zaid ibn Thabit finally able to fulfill his desire to participate in a military campaign.

1. The Battle of Uhud.
2. The Battle of Jaml.
3. The Battle of Siffin.
4. The Battle of the Trench.

6) What factor held him in good stead and lead to a position within the inner circle of the men around the Prophet?

1. His immense wealth and stature.
2. His strength and good sportsmanship.
3. His Islamic and secular education.
4. His military tactics and strategy.

7) Which of the following is true with regards to Zaid ibn Thabit?

1. He was an unlettered companion of Prophet Muhammad.
2. Since a young age Zaid had a greater desire towards warfare and so was never educated.
3. He was a smart boy and was well-educated however he lacked the support of his family.
4. None of the above.

8) With regards to Prophet Muhammad, Zaid ibn Thabit proved to be one of his most:

1. prominent warriors.
2. prominent scribes.
3. prominent generals.
4. prominent financial advisors.