1) Select a true statement with regards to the life of Uthman ibn Affan.

1. Due to his popularity he escaped the torture and abuse meted out to the followers during the very early days of Islam.
2. He and his wife Ruqayyah participated in the first hijra.
3. He was married to two of Prophet Muhammad's daughters simultaneously.
4. He was the first person to offer his allegiance when Abu Bakr became caliph.

2) Select a true statement.

1. The first years of his reign were tranquil but the later years were marred by strife and a rebellious movement.
2. The entire period of Uthman ibn Affan's reign remained tranquil.
3. The entire period of Uthman ibn Affan's reign was marred by internal conflict and strife.
4. The first years of Uthman ibn Affan's reign were marred by internal conflict and strife however it became stable and tranquil in the later years.

3) Uthman ibn Affan was chosen as:

1. the second leader of the Muslim Ummah.
2. the third leader of the Muslim Ummah.
3. the fourth leader of the Muslim Ummah.
4. the fifth leader of the Muslim Ummah.

4) In what way was the bond of brotherhood in Islam between Uthman ibn Affan and Prophet Muhammad strengthened?

1. When Uthman ibn Affan married Prophet Muhammad's daughter.
2. When Prophet Muhammad married the daughter of Uthman ibn Affan.
3. When Uthman ibn Affan became the Prophet's business partner.
4. When Uthman ibn Affan became Prophet Muhammad's father-in-law.

5) How old was Uthman ibn Affan when Abu Bakr called him to Islam?

1. Twenty five years old.
2. Thirty four years old.
3. Forty years old.
4. Fifty six years old.

6) Why did Uthman ibn Affan not participate in the Battle of Badr despite it being one of the greatest battles of Islam?

1. He was still a disbeliever and had not yet converted to Islam.
2. He needed to remain close and care for his wife who was ill during that time.
3. He was financially unable to participate and lacked the means.
4. None of the above.

7) For how many years did Uthman ibn Affan rule over the Muslim Ummah?

1. Ten years.
2. Twelve years.
3. Fifteen years.
4. Thirty years.

8) Why did Uthman ibn Affan come to be known as the man possessing two lights?

1. Because of his marriage to two of the daughters of Prophet Muhammad.
2. Because of his unique foresight, insight and intellect.
3. Because he was the close friend of two of the greatest companions of Prophet Muhammad.
4. Because his eyesight was sharp and he nothing could escape his eye.