1) What makes a close friend different from a very close one?

1. The number of years you have known them.
2. The proximity in which you live from one another.
3. The level and extent you are able to confide deeply with.
4. The number of times you come into physical contact with one another.

2) Which friendship is most beneficial?

1. Friendship based on common core of faith.
2. Friendship based on wealth.
3. Friendship based on similar tastes in material objects.
4. Friendship based on blood relations.

3) What is true with regards to Prophet Muhammad?

1. Prophet Muhammad maintained that only Allah was his true friend hence he did not befriend anyone.
2. The companion Abu Bakr became the Prophet’s best friend after he attained Prophethood.
3. Although aided by Allah, the Prophet made journeys accompanied by his companions and always kept good company.
4. Besides Allah, the Prophet Muhammad only maintained companionship from amongst the angels.

4) Select a statement mentioned in the Quran with regards to friends on Judgment Day.

1. Friends on that day will remain tied to one another for the close bond they shared on earth.
2. Friends on that Day shall inherit the deeds of one another.
3. Friends on that Day shall hold hands and enter Paradise together.
4. Friends on that Day will be enemies one to another, except the pious.

5) What is/are the benefits of keeping good Muslims as close friends?

1. When faced by unrelenting temptations, they remind us of our purpose in this life and help us make better choices.
2. They support us in instilling the love of Islam and provide help in worldly issues as well.
3. They help to draw us towards that which pleases Allah.
4. All of the above.