The Prophet in Makkah: past paper questions
Real questions on the prophet in makkah
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- 0493/12 · May/June 2026 · Q4a[10]
4 (a) Write about the main events of the Muslim migration to Abyssinia. [10]
See it on the paper → - 0493/11 · October/November 2025 · Q3a[10]
Give an account of the persecutions suffered by the new followers of Islam in Makka.
See it on the paper → - 0493/11 · October/November 2025 · Q3b[4]
What lessons can be learned from the lives of early Muslims about remaining steadfast in their faith?
See it on the paper → - 0493/12 · October/November 2025 · Q3a[10]
Describe the way the Prophet (pbuh) began openly calling the Makkans to Islam and their reaction.
See it on the paper → - 0493/12 · May/June 2025 · Q4a[10]
Give an account of the letters sent by the Prophet (pbuh) to spread Islam outside Madina.
See it on the paper → - 0493/12 · May/June 2025 · Q4b[4]
Why was it important for the Prophet (pbuh) to send letters to leaders outside Madina inviting them to Islam?
See it on the paper → - 0493/11 · October/November 2024 · Q3a[10]
Describe the ways that the Prophet’s family in Makka both supported and opposed him.
See it on the paper → - 0493/12 · October/November 2024 · Q3a[10]
Give an account of the Prophet’s migration (hijrah) from Makka to Madina.
See it on the paper → - 0493/11 · May/June 2024 · Q3a[10]
Outline the growth of Islam in Makka from the first revelation until the migration to Madina.
See it on the paper → - 0493/12 · May/June 2024 · Q3a[10]
Give an account of the main events of the Pledges of Aqaba and the details of the pledges made.
See it on the paper → - 0493/12 · October/November 2023 · Q3a[10]
Describe the events relating to the Prophet’s efforts to spread Islam in Ta’if.
See it on the paper → - 0493/12 · October/November 2023 · Q3b[4]
What is the most important lesson Muslims might learn from the Prophet’s example at Ta’if? Give reasons to support your answer.
See it on the paper → - 0493/11 · May/June 2023 · Q2a[10]
The Prophet (pbuh) received revelation from God when he was 40 years old. Write about this experience of the first revelation.
See it on the paper → - 0493/11 · May/June 2023 · Q2b[4]
Explain the importance of the revelation being sent to a prophet who could not read or write.
See it on the paper → - 0493/11 · May/June 2023 · Q3a[10]
Using examples from the Prophet’s life show how he demonstrated the two qualities of: • trustworthiness • forgiveness.
See it on the paper → - 0493/11 · May/June 2023 · Q3b[4]
In what ways can people show their trustworthiness to each other? Give specific examples from everyday life.
See it on the paper → - 0493/12 · May/June 2023 · Q3a[10]
Write about when the Prophet (pbuh) showed patience and self-restraint while living in Makka.
See it on the paper → - 0493/12 · May/June 2023 · Q4a[10]
Write an account of the Prophet’s conquest of Makka in 630.
See it on the paper → - 0493/12 · May/June 2023 · Q4b[4]
What was the significance of the conquest of Makka for the development of Islam?
See it on the paper → - 0493/11 · October/November 2022 · Q3a[10]
Write about the persecution faced by the Prophet (pbuh) after he started preaching Islam openly.
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What examiners said
Candidates showed good awareness of the Prophet’s attempt to spread Islam out of Madina. The letters to the Byzantine and Sassanid emperors, as well as the rulers of Egypt and Abyssinia, were the most popular aspects discussed in answers. Candidates who focused mainly on these letters and the reactions of the recipients tended to score mid-range marks. Stronger responses also discussed rulers of...
— Examiner report, May/June 2025, 0493/12 Q4(a) (Cambridge)
While many candidates considered the expansions of Islam as the most significant reason for sending these invitations, the most insightful answers emphasised the strategic goal of extending Islam’s influence beyond Hijaz and forming new alliances with regional powers surrounding Arabia. Such nuanced answers secured higher marks.
— Examiner report, May/June 2025, 0493/12 Q4(b) (Cambridge)
More proficient responses were able to narrate the primary reason for the visit and the key events with significant detail. However, those excelling further demonstrated a comprehensive understanding by initially identifying multiple reasons why the Prophet (pbuh) was compelled to seek support outside Makkah for the spread of Islam. These responses presented precise details about the Prophet's mee...
— Examiner report, October/November 2023, 0493/12 Q3(a) (Cambridge)
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