Summary

• Description:

  The MS Word document comprises Grade 8 Islamic Religious Education Mid Term 2 2026 Exam with Marking Scheme. The PDF version is also available upon your request. The marking scheme is in a different document.

  This exam tests Grade 8 IRE learners on the preservation and divisions of the Qur'an, revealed scriptures, Hadith, Makkan and Madinan Surahs, prophets (Musa and Issa), Hajj, and Swalatul Istikhara — assessing Islamic knowledge and moral values as required under the KJSEA Junior School curriculum.

  • Month Administered: June 2026
  • Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
  • Total Marks: 50 (Section A: 20 marks; Section B: 30 marks)
  • Structure:
    • Section A (20 marks) — Multiple-choice questions; all compulsory
    • Section B (30 marks) — Structured short-answer questions; all compulsory

  It covers the following topics:

  • Section A
    • Preservation of the Qur'an — main reason for preservation; divisions of the Qur'an (Juz, Surah, Manzil, Ayat — distinguishing Hadith as not a division)
    • Revealed scriptures — Muslim belief in all revealed books; books not considered in Islam (Bhagavad Gita)
    • Surah Luqman (12–19) — main focus (wisdom and gratitude), gratitude towards parents (verse 15)
    • Hadith — methods the Prophet used to teach (personal interactions); role of Rightly Guided Caliphs; relationship between Qur'an and Hadith; Hadith as primary source of guidance
    • Prophets — qualities of Ulu-Azm prophets (compassion and patience); lessons from Nabi Musa (resilience); lessons from Nabi Issa (humility and service)
    • Makkan and Madinan Surahs — number of Makkan Surahs (86); differences (theme and context)
  • Section B
    • Preservation of the Qur'an — three modes during the Prophet's time; three reasons Muslims cherish the Qur'an
    • Hajj — two significances as a pillar of Islam
    • Memorization of Qur'an — two reasons Muslims memorize Surahs
    • Divisions of the Qur'an — three main divisions for easy reading
    • Makkan vs. Madinan Surahs — two differences
    • Hadith — two lessons on respect for authority
    • Revealed scriptures — three reasons Muslims believe in all revealed scriptures
    • Nabi Musa (a.s.) — two lessons from his life
    • Swalatul Istikhara — purpose and two benefits
• File Size:

  178.32 KB
• Length:

  4 pages
• Category:

  Exams
• Level:

  Grade 8
• Subject:

  IRE
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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