I.R.E QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

State the significance of the two covenants of Al-Aqaba entered between the prophet (S.A.W) and Madinans

31/3/2021

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State the significance of the two covenants of Al-Aqaba entered between the prophet (S.A.W) and Madinans

It gave the Muslims a state to lead which is Pro-Islam
It opened the road for Islamic
It made possible for the Muslims to escape from the persecution of Mecca
It made many people of Medina join into fold of Islam
It threatened and brought down to an end of the Meccans without Idol Worship
It enabled the Muslims to worship freely and without fear
It protected the Prophet (SAW) from the Quraish of Mecca and gave him a shelter
It led to the spread of the Islamic religion outside Arab World

Any 4 x 1 = 4 mks

State the significance of the two covenants of Al-Aqaba entered between the prophet (S.A.W) and Madinans

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State why the Meccans were hostile to Mohammed

27/3/2021

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State why the Meccans were hostile to Mohammed (4mks)

He condemned their gods and goddesses.
His teaching was strange and anti-thesis of their lifestyle.
They felt that his mission was endangering their prestige and economic benefits which were associated with hosting pilgrims and taxation of all pilgrims who were visiting Makkah from the neighbouring regions.

(any 2 x 2=4mks)

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State seyyidina Ail abin AbdutaIb’s contribution to the cause to Islam during the prophet’s time

26/3/2021

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State seyyidina Ail abin AbdutaIb’s contribution to the cause to Islam during the prophet’s time (5marks)

He was the first boy to accept Islam
He slept in the bed of the prophet, during the prophet’s migration.
In the battle of the badr he was holding the flag of the prophet and he easily killed his opponent walid.
In Khandaq, he bravely killed Amr bin Abdul wood.
He was given the command of the army in the battle of Khybar.

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Highlight Muhammed’s sermon at Mt. Arafat

25/3/2021

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Highlight Muhammed’s sermon at Mt. Arafat (16mks)

Sacredness of life and properties.
Sacredness of the month of Hajj.
The future appearance before God for all people to account for their behaviour on earth.
The right over spouses and lovely treatment of wives.
Truthfulness and avoidance of sins.
He forbid usury (high-interest rates, taxation, shalloc king, money lenders) i.e. the debtor was to return only the principal amount of taught in the glorious Quran.
He abolished blood feud practices – common in pagan practices.
He restated the brotherhood of umma and cautioned against injustices.
He also preached on fair (human ) treatment of slaves.

(any 8x1=8mks)

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Explain the contribution of Ali bin Abi Twalib during the prophet’ p.b.u.h time?

22/3/2021

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Explain the contribution of Ali bin Abi Twalib during the prophet’ p.b.u.h time? (10 marks)

Contribution of Ali bin Abi Twalib during the prophet p.b.u.h time?

Converted to Islam as the 1st youth
One of the scribes of the Wahy
Sleeping on the bed during Hijrah period
Taking part in battles
Taking part in preparations for the prophet’s burial
Assisting during Hijra to Abyssinia
Returned owner’s properties during Hijra.

(5 x 2 = 10 marks)

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State the effects of the Battle of Badr on the Prophet’s mission.

21/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 2 2010 Question 4(b) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(b) State the effects of the Battle of Badr on the Prophet’s mission. (7 marks)

Effects of the Battle of Badr on the Prophet’s Mission

The defeat of non-Muslims by Muslims strengthened their confidence in Muhammad as a prophet of Allah.
It strengthened the Muslim’s faith in Allah and in Islam.
Muslims considered the victory over non-Muslims a victory from Allah/favour from Allah.
The security of Muslims was assured.
The victory was a symbol of defeat of falsehood and victory of truth/victory of truth over falsehood.
The victory strengthened the prophet’s position as an efficient and able religious and political leader,
The prophet gained more followers from those who were on the periphery as the victory was an assurance that Muhammad was indeed Allah’s prophet.
The victory of Muslims was very essential to the future of Islam
The victory limited plots and conspiracies against the Muslims from the internal front.
It gave the oppressed Muslims in Makka hope and confidence of freedom.
The victory gave Muslims confidence and courage to engage in future battles
It distinguished the hypocrites from true believers.

(7 x 1 = 7 marks)

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Describe the social conditions prevailing in Makka when Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h) was born.

21/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 2 2010 Question 4(a) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(a) Describe the social conditions prevailing in Makka when Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h) was born. (8 marks)

Social conditions Prevailing in Makka when the Prophet was born

Women were down trodden and oppressed and denied any rights.They were treated as property.
Baby girls were buried alive .
The weak and physically challenged had no rights.
Wine drinking and wild parties were the order of the day
Immorality, prostitution arid indecency were prevalent in the society
Rich men married as many wives as they possibly could and kept women/mistresses
Makka was the centre of trade/trade flourished as a consequence there was prosperity
Makka used to receive many visitors from other parts of Arabia who came to worship in the Kaaba and to visit the well of Zamzam.
Slavery was practiced and slaves were ill-treated and had no rights.
The haves/rich did not show compassion or consideration to the have nots/poor and the unfortunate in the society.
There were strong social based tribal affiliations and loyalties,
Among the Arabs lived a few Christians and Jewish communities.
The Makkans also believed there were innumerable, jinn and ghouls who inhabited objects of nature and society.

(8 x 1 = 8 marks)

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Explain ways through which Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h) eliminated racism.

19/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 2 2011 Question 4(b) with Answers.

(b) Explain ways through which Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h) eliminated racism. (10 marks)

Ways through which the Prophet (p.b.u.h) eliminated racism

created a sense of brotherhood among believers by teaching that all Muslims are brothers regardless of colour or race.
preached on equality among all races e.g he appointed Bilal who was a slave as a Muadhin.
he preached to people of all races e.g he sent missionaries to preach to people of non arab origin e.g Abbysinai, Roman empire, Persian empire.
he emphasized on equality of all human beings before Allah. None is better in the eyes of Allah except the pions.
he preached against all forms of racism e.g when Abu Dharr insulted Bilal, he reprimanded him Q 49:13.
he prescribed a heavy punishment to those who practice racism.
preached/emphasized practice of humility which discourages the act of racism.
Islamic teachings as a whole discourages racism and encourages unity of Muslims e.g performance of Hajj, giving out zakat.
he married and encouraged Muslims to marry from different races to discourage racism e.g he married Mariya Qibtiya from Egypt, Bilal was married to the sister of Abdulrahman Ibn Anf.

(5 x 2 = 10 marks)

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The prophet (p.b.u.h.) said, "Powerful is not the one who subdues others through physical strength, rather powerful is one who can control the self when angry." In the light of the above Hadith, state ways through which Muslims can control anger.

19/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 1 2011 Question 3(b) with Answers.

(b) The prophet (p.b.u.h.) said, "Powerful is not the one who subdues others through physical strength, rather powerful is one who can control the self when angry." In the light of the above Hadith, state ways through which Muslims can control anger.(7 marks)

Ways through which Muslims can control anger.

Remembering Allah through dhikr.
Taking ablution (wudhu).
Changing position e.g. when one is standing should sit down.
Walk away from the situation evoking anger.
Seek refuge in Allah from evils of satan by saying ‘audhu billah mina shaitwan rajim’.
Observe humility.
Keeping silence.
Avoid unnecessary arguments.
Avoid aggressive situations and people.

(7 x 1 = 7 marks)

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State five similarities between Prophet Musa (A.S) and Issa (A.S).

18/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 1 2012 Question 6(c) with Answers.

(c) State five similarities between Prophet Musa (A.S) and Issa (A.S). (5 marks)

Similarities between Prophet Musa (AS) and Issa (AS).

Both are ulul Azm Prophet.
Both given holy books Taurat and Injil.
Both were Jews sent to the Jewish people.
Both came from the same region of Palestine.
Both performed miracles.
Both of them were descendants of Nabi Ibrahim (A.S).

(5x1= 5 marks)

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The Prophet (p.b.u.h) said “cursed is he who misleads a blind person away from his path.” In reference to the above Hadith, state six ways in which Muslims can care for the disabled members of the society.

18/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 1 2012 Question 3(b) with Answers.

(b) The Prophet (p.b.u.h) said “cursed is he who misleads a blind person away from his path.” In reference to the above Hadith, state six ways in which Muslims can care for the disabled members of the society. 6 marks)

Ways of caring for disabled members of the society.

Assisting them through provision of basic necessities e.g. food, clothes, shelter.
Visit and socialize with them.
Consoling them when bereaved.
Counselling them when in difficulties.
Praying for them.
Honouring them during special occasions e.g. idd.
Helping/assisting them in their special needs e.g. assisting the blind persons to cross the road.
Reserving special facilities for their use e.g. parking area, telephone booths, elevators etc.
According them preference and special treatment in all areas that require queuing and physical competition to access e.g when boarding a bus, queuing in a bank etc.
Offering them scholarship in education institutions.
Establishing institutions for people with special needs e.g schools, college for the blind, hearing impaired, Physically handicapped etc.
Considering them for employment.

(6 x 1 =6 marks)

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In what ways did Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h) encourage religious tolerance?

18/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 2 2013 Question 4(b) with Answers.

b) In what ways did Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h) encourage religious tolerance? (6 marks)

Ways in which Prophet Muhammad (P.b.u.h) encouraged religious tolerance

He accorded non Muslims freedom of worship expression association and movement.
He did not compel others to change their religion.
He was a living example of nobility and humanity to both Muslims and non Muslims.
He projected his exemplary character and actions that won the hearts of non believers.
The prophet never insulted anyone or retaliated even u_nder extreme provocation.
He never oppressed or persecuted anyone because of their faiths. ’
He declared that other peoples’ places of worship are sacred.
He taught against abusing other religions and their gods.
He advocated for fair treatment of prisoners of war.

(6 x 1 = 6 marks)

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The Prophet (p.b.u.h) said, "Everyone of you is a guardian and is responsible for his charges …………" In the light of this hadith, explain Islam's position on the care for animals and plants.

17/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 1 2007 Question 3(a) with Answers.

The Prophet (p.b.u.h) said, "Everyone of you is a guardian and is responsible for his charges …………" In the light of this hadith, explain Islam's position on the care for animals and plants. (14 marks)

It is a divine responsibility/duty for human beings to take care of the rest of creation
including plants and animals. This responsibility is emphasized in the Quran and Hadith.
There are rewards promised for those who care for and show kindness to animals.
The Quran explains that nature and environment are signs of the existence of Allah
Plants constitute basic source of sustenance for human beings and animals.
Plants moderate the climate and produce oxygen.
The Quran talks of the aesthetic functions of animals and plants.
Animals and plants also worship Allah declaring his praise and bowing to Him.
While hunting and fishing are permitted in Islam, the Prophet cursed those who take away life for sport
The Prophet forbade people from lighting fires on anthills.
The Prophet ordered a man who took a nestling of a bird to return it to its place.
Muslims should conserve and protect the environment for animals to live in.
The prophet forbade people from needlessly and carelessly cutting down trees.
Muslims should preserve and conserve trees/forests.
The prophet forbade the killing of bees and any captured livestock in war and based on this Muslim scholars have mled that God's creatures possess inviolability (Hurmah).

(7 x 2 = 14 marks)

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Give ﬁve reasons that necessitated the collection and compilation of Hadizh after the death of the Prophet (p .b.u.h).

15/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 1 2013 Question 3(a) with Answers.

a) Give ﬁve reasons that necessitated the collection and compilation of Hadizh after the death of the Prophet (p .b.u.h). (5 marks)

(Reasons that necessitated the collection and compilation of Hadith after the death of the Prophet (p.b.u.h)

Memorises of hadith were dying of old age thus it was feared that hadith would perish and thus it had to be compiled.
There was need to study hadith especially for the people who were not there during the time of the Prophet (p.b.u.h).
The compilation of the Quran was complete thus there was no fear of tampering with the purity of the Quran.
The Quran was already stored in people‘s memories and also copies circulated to the people.
There was need to compile Hadith so as to safeguard its purity and to avoid false hadith.
There was need to distinguish between authentic and weak hadith.

(5 x 1 = 5 marks)

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State four measures undertaken by the Prophet (P.b.u.h.) in preparation for Hijra to Madina.

14/3/2021

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KCSE IRE Paper 2 2014 Question 5(b) with Answers.

(b) State four measures undertaken by the Prophet (P.b.u.h.) in preparation for Hijra to Madina. (4 marks)

Measures undertaken by the Prophet (P.b.u.h.) in preparation for Hijra to Madina.

He instructed the Sahabas to sneak out secretly under the cover of darkness to Madina.
Instnicted the Sahabas to leave in small groups so as not to be noticed.
Instnicted Ali to sleep in his bed so as to confuse the Quraish and surrender back peoples’ treasures.
Hired a person who was well versed with the desert to guide him and Abubakar to Madina.
Prepared Asma the daughter of Abubakar to be bringing them food while in the cave.
Sent a spy Abdullahi to bring him news of the Quraish.
Made plans to hide in a cave for three days so as to trick the Quraish which worked well for him.
Planned well on the routes to take, distance to be covered by day before embarking on his journey.
Signed the covenant of aqabah with the Yathribites who pledged to protect him against the Quraish.
The Prophet recited a dua.

(4 x 1 = 4 marks)

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​State the significance of the two covenants of Al-Aqaba entered between the prophet (S.A.W) and Madinans

​State why the Meccans were hostile to Mohammed (4mks)

State seyyidina Ail abin AbdutaIb’s contribution to the cause to Islam during the prophet’s time (5marks)

​Highlight Muhammed’s sermon at Mt. Arafat (16mks)

​Explain the contribution of Ali bin Abi Twalib during the prophet’ p.b.u.h time? (10 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 2 2010 Question 4(b) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(b) State the effects of the Battle of Badr on the Prophet’s mission. (7 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 2 2010 Question 4(a) with Answers and Marking Scheme.

(a) Describe the social conditions prevailing in Makka when Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h) was born. (8 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 2 2011 Question 4(b) with Answers.

(b) Explain ways through which Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h) eliminated racism. (10 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2011 Question 3(b) with Answers.

(b) The prophet (p.b.u.h.) said, "Powerful is not the one who subdues others through physical strength, rather powerful is one who can control the self when angry." In the light of the above Hadith, state ways through which Muslims can control anger.(7 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2012 Question 6(c) with Answers.

(c) State five similarities between Prophet Musa (A.S) and Issa (A.S). (5 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2012 Question 3(b) with Answers.

​(b) The Prophet (p.b.u.h) said “cursed is he who misleads a blind person away from his path.” In reference to the above Hadith, state six ways in which Muslims can care for the disabled members of the society. 6 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 2 2013 Question 4(b) with Answers.

b) In what ways did Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h) encourage religious tolerance? (6 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2007 Question 3(a) with Answers.

The Prophet (p.b.u.h) said, "Everyone of you is a guardian and is responsible for his charges …………" In the light of this hadith, explain Islam's position on the care for animals and plants. (14 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 1 2013 Question 3(a) with Answers.

a) Give ﬁve reasons that necessitated the collection and compilation of Hadizh after the death of the Prophet (p .b.u.h). (5 marks)

KCSE IRE Paper 2 2014 Question 5(b) with Answers.

(b) State four measures undertaken by the Prophet (P.b.u.h.) in preparation for Hijra to Madina. (4 marks)

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State the significance of the two covenants of Al-Aqaba entered between the prophet (S.A.W) and Madinans

State why the Meccans were hostile to Mohammed (4mks)

Highlight Muhammed’s sermon at Mt. Arafat (16mks)

Explain the contribution of Ali bin Abi Twalib during the prophet’ p.b.u.h time? (10 marks)

(b) The Prophet (p.b.u.h) said “cursed is he who misleads a blind person away from his path.” In reference to the above Hadith, state six ways in which Muslims can care for the disabled members of the society. 6 marks)