Question

Which of the following is true about the Sunnis?

A. This group believes only descendants of Muhammad should be caliph
B. The majority of Muslims are this group
C. This group views the Quran as the holy book of Islam.

Answer 1

The correct answer is "B) The majority of Muslims are this group".

There are three different branches in Islam (the practice of the Muslim faith).

1. Suni Islam: The branch with the most members. They believe that Muhammad did not designate a definite successor.
2. Shia Islam: Beleive the prophet Muhammad designated Ali Ibn Abi Talib as his successor and leader.
3. Khajarites: School of thought that originated during the crisis of leadership after Muhammad died. They led a revolt against Ali Ibn Abi Talib.

Answer 2

The answer is "B": The majority of Muslims are this group

The sunnis represent about the 85% of Islam loyal practitioners, it means the majority are Muslims and that their sacred book is the Quran.