The campaign of Khaybar occurred in Muḥarram 7 A.H., shortly after the Treaty of Ḥudaybiyyah. It was a strategic move to neutralize the remaining hostile Jewish tribes. Where is Khaybar located? A. 50 km from Makkah B. 200 km north of Madinah C. In Yemen D. Near Tabūk Correct Answer: B. 200 km north of Madinah Explanation: Khaybar was about 200 km north of Madinah, a fertile oasis that served as a fortified base for Jewish tribes expelled from Madinah, especially Banū Naḍīr. Who were the primary inhabitants of Khaybar? A. Quraysh B. Jewish tribes C. Roman soldiers D. Bedouin Arabs Correct Answer: B. Jewish tribes Explanation: Khaybar was the stronghold of Jewish tribes who conspired with Quraysh at Uḥud and Khandaq. Their fortresses made them a serious military threat. How many Muslim soldiers marched to Khaybar? A. 1000 B. 1400 C. 1600 D. 3000 Correct Answer: C. 1600 Explanation: About 1600 Muslims joined the campaign, significantly fewer than Quraysh at Khandaq. Yet their discipline and faith made them victorious against heavily fortified enemies. How long did it take to conquer Khaybar? A. 7 days B. 20 days C. 40 days D. 2 months Correct Answer: B. 20 days Explanation: After 20 days of battles and sieges, the Muslims captured all forts of Khaybar. Each fortress fell one by one, showcasing Muslim endurance. Who was appointed the Muslim commander after others failed at Khaybar? A. Abū Bakr B. ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb C. ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib D. Khālid ibn Walīd Correct Answer: C. ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib Explanation: After Abū Bakr and ʿUmar could not break the defenses, the Prophet ﷺ said: “Tomorrow I will give the banner to a man who loves Allah and His Messenger, and Allah and His Messenger love him.” That man was ʿAlī. Which fortress at Khaybar was the most difficult to conquer? A. Naʿim B. Qamūs C. Nizār D. Ṣaʿb ibn Muʿādh Correct Answer: B. Qamūs Explanation: The fortress of Qamūs, belonging to the family of Ḥuyayy ibn Akhṭab, was the last and most formidable stronghold. It fell under ʿAlī’s leadership. What special incident occurred with ʿAlī during Khaybar? A. He fought with blindness B. He used a gate as a shield C. He was wounded severely D. He became commander after Abū Bakr Correct Answer: B. He used a gate as a shield Explanation: In a legendary feat, ʿAlī is said to have used the gate of the fortress as a shield after losing his own. This act became a symbol of his unmatched bravery. What was the outcome of the battle for the Jews of Khaybar? A. They were all expelled B. They were massacred C. They surrendered and agreed to share crops D. They converted en masse Correct Answer: C. They surrendered and agreed to share crops Explanation: Instead of being expelled, the Jews were allowed to remain under Muslim rule, giving half of their harvest to the Muslims. This secured economic stability for Madinah. Which woman of Khaybar attempted to poison the Prophet ﷺ? A. Safiyyah bint Ḥuyayy B. Zaynab bint al-Ḥārith C. Hind bint ʿUtbah D. Umm Jameel Correct Answer: B. Zaynab bint al-Ḥārith Explanation: Zaynab, wife of Sallām ibn Mishkam, tried to poison the Prophet ﷺ by sending him roasted lamb. He tasted it but spat it out, though one companion (Bishr ibn al-Barāʾ) later died. Who was martyred due to the poisoned lamb? A. Khubayb ibn ʿAdiyy B. Bishr ibn al-Barāʾ C. ʿAbdullāh ibn Masʿūd D. Ṭalḥah ibn ʿUbaydullāh Correct Answer: B. Bishr ibn al-Barāʾ Explanation: Bishr ate more of the poisoned meat and died. The Prophet ﷺ forgave the woman after her capture, showing mercy even after an assassination attempt. Which companion was martyred in Khaybar due to a misfired arrow? A. Maʿn ibn ʿAdiyy B. ʿAbdullāh ibn Rawāḥah C. Maḥmūd ibn Maslamah D. Khubayb ibn ʿAdiyy Correct Answer: C. Maḥmūd ibn Maslamah Explanation: Maḥmūd was killed when a Jew dropped a millstone from above the fortress. This highlighted the dangers of siege warfare. Who married Ṣafiyyah bint Ḥuyayy after the conquest of Khaybar? A. Abū Bakr B. ʿUmar C. The Prophet ﷺ D. ʿAlī Correct Answer: C. The Prophet ﷺ Explanation: Ṣafiyyah, daughter of the Jewish chief Ḥuyayy ibn Akhṭab, was captured and later freed by the Prophet ﷺ, who married her. This marriage symbolized reconciliation and mercy. What was the economic impact of Khaybar’s conquest? A. Muslims became poorer B. Madinah gained food security C. Trade routes collapsed D. Muslims abandoned Khaybar Correct Answer: B. Madinah gained food security Explanation: The fertile lands of Khaybar provided immense agricultural wealth. This stabilized the Muslim community and gave them resources to strengthen their state. Which prayer did the Prophet ﷺ reportedly miss during the battle due to siege intensity? A. Fajr B. Ẓuhr C. ʿAṣr D. Maghrib Correct Answer: C. ʿAṣr Explanation: At Khandaq and Khaybar, fighting sometimes delayed prayer. The Prophet ﷺ prayed later, showing the priority of survival during life-threatening battle. How did the Muslims treat the defeated Jews of Khaybar? A. Expelled them immediately B. Executed them all C. Let them stay as farmers under jizyah D. Enslaved them Correct Answer: C. Let them stay as farmers under jizyah Explanation: Instead of expelling or killing, the Prophet ﷺ allowed Jews to remain and farm, providing half their crops as tribute. This pragmatic solution balanced mercy and security. Who carried the banner of Islam during the decisive battle at Khaybar? A. ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib B. Abū Bakr C. ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb D. Zubayr ibn al-ʿAwwām Correct Answer: A. ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib Explanation: The Prophet ﷺ gave the banner to ʿAlī, declaring his love for Allah and His Messenger. His courage broke Khaybar’s defenses. Which major tribe of Madinah benefited most economically from Khaybar? A. Quraysh B. Banū Aws and Banū Khazraj C. Banū Hāshim D. Banū Tamīm Correct Answer: B. Banū Aws and Banū Khazraj Explanation: The Anṣār (Aws and Khazraj) gained economic security after years of hardship. This strengthened the bond between Muhājirīn and Anṣār. What title was given to this victory in Islamic tradition? A. Yawm al-Furqān B. Fatḥ Mubīn C. Fatḥ Khaybar D. Sulḥ al-Khaybar Correct Answer: C. Fatḥ Khaybar Explanation: The conquest is known as Fatḥ Khaybar (the Victory of Khaybar). It was a decisive moment when Jewish influence in Arabia was effectively ended. What was the long-term significance of Khaybar’s conquest? A. It weakened Muslims politically B. It ended Quraysh’s dominance C. It removed Jewish political power in Arabia D. It started war with Byzantines Correct Answer: C. It removed Jewish political power in Arabia Explanation: Khaybar’s fall eliminated the last major Jewish stronghold in Arabia. With Quraysh weakened after Ḥudaybiyyah, this victory ensured Muslim dominance in Arabia.