The Roots and Impacts of Terrorism Quick Check

Question

Which statement best describes the historic divide in Islam? (1 point)
• The Shi'a believe in ritual prayer five times a day, while the Sunni pray only twice.
The Sunni believe in taking a hajj to Mecca, while the Shi'a make their pilgrimage to a different location every year.
The Shi'a believe only descendants of Muhammad can be the rightful leaders of the faith, while the Sunni believe that the most capable leader should be selected.
• The Shi a believe in fasting during the daylight hours during the holy time of Ramadan, while the

Answer 1

Sunni do not observe this practice.