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In Sura Hadeed, verse 26, the Holy Quran states, “…and We sent down______, wherein is material for warfare and many benefits for mankind…”
Iron In fact, the Sura is named Hadeed, or iron.
In reference to future forms of transportation, the Holy Quran states in Chapter 16, Verse 9- “And he has created horses and mules and donkey’s that you may ride them, and as a source of beauty. And he will create _____________________”
In reference to future forms of transportation, the Holy Quran states in Chapter 16, Verse 9- “And he has created horses and mules and donkey’s that you may ride them, and as a source of beauty. And he will create what you do not yet know.”
In chapter 55, verse 20-21, the Holy Quran states, “He has made the two bodies of water flow. And they will meet one day. Between them is now a barrier; they encroach not one upon the other.” What could this be referring to?
Canals Panama and Suez
In his book “Our Teachings,” the Promised Messiah (as) said the Holy Quran can purify a person in _______ week?
One week “provided there is no attempt to get away from it in form or spirit”
In chapter 42, verse 29, the Holy Quran states, “And among His signs is the creation of the heavens and the earth, and of whatever living creature He has spread forth on both. And He has the power to gather them together when he pleases” What could this be referring to?
Reference to extraterrestrial life
How many red stripes are on the U.S. flag?
7 Stripes.
What is a two-word name for the spicy middle-eastern and Desi food dish consisting of meat and vegetables roasted on skewers?
Seekh Kabab
What is the four-word name for the highest military decoration given to a member of the U.S. armed forces?
Congressional Medal of Honor
The Grand Canyon was carved out of solid rock by the cutting action of what river?
Colorado River
Which vegetable grows best in Idaho, Washington, Maine, and Wisconsin?
Potato
What are the basic building blocks of all proteins?
Amino Acids.
How much of the air is oxygen?
21%. The rest is mostly nitrogen.
What was the name of the science invented by the early Muslims to study compounds?
alchemy,’ or chemistry. Really credited to Jabir ibn Hayyan (8th century)
An Ahmadi Muslim Professor Abdus Salam won the Nobel Prize in 1979 for what discovery?
The Nobel Prize in Physics 1979 was awarded jointly to Sheldon Lee Glashow, Steven Weinberg and Abdus Salam for helping to unify the weak and electromagnetic forces.
The thickest part of the human skin is located in which general areas
Palms and soles
The world's longest continuous hiking trail is located in the US and is called the Appalachian Trail; it extends over 2,000 miles, from which state in the North to which state in the South?
MAINE / GEORGIA
Identify three South American countries whose names begin with A, B, and C.
Argentina, Brazil, Chile
What is the most populous city in the Bay Area?
SAN JOSE, 11th largest in USA, 867,000 inhabitants / note: SF is 12th largest with 750,000
There are only two cities in Montana with over 50,000 populations. Name one of them.
Billings & great Falls
Which major city lies on an island in the St. Lawrence River?
Montreal
The professional baseball, football, and hockey teams of what U.S. city all wear black and gold colors? b. What are the team names?
a. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania b. Pirates, Steelers and Penguins
Identify the three horse racing events that make up America's Triple Crown.
Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky / Preakness Stakes at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland / Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York.
The Ryder Cup is contested every ___ years, in which sport? Between participants from which two regions? How frequently?
Every 2 years, GOLF, USA vs. EUROPE
What running back is only player to rush for 2000 yards in college and as a pro in one season?
BARRY SANDERS
Which 19-year old boxer became, in 1986, the youngest ever to win the heavyweight title?
MIKE TYSON