1) What distinction does Zaid ibn Thabit hold in Islam?

1. He oversaw the collection of all the Islamic books written at that time and was responsible for setting up a library for them.
2. He oversaw the collection of all the verses and chapters of the Quran and was responsible for putting them into one book.
3. He oversaw the collection and compilation of the ahadith of Prophet Muhammad into ten separate volumes.
4. All of the above.

2) 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.

3) 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.

4) How did Zaid ibn Thabit make use of his proficiency in foreign languages during the time of Prophet Muhammad?

1. He translated the Quran in different languages.
2. He translated the books of Islamic jurisprudence in different languages.
3. He translated the books of ahadith in different languages.
4. He assisted the Prophet with his correspondence to heads of state.

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) For which battle did Prophet Muhammad reject Zaid ibn Thabit’s request to join the army?

1. The Battle of Badar.
2. The Battle of Uhud.
3. The Battle of the Trench.
4. Option A and B.

7) 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.

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.