Shiites Are Unique in Having a Small Number, About Half

question 32

Multiple Choice

Shiites are unique in having a small number, about half a dozen today, of ___________ ("signs of God") , who are distinguished by their knowledge of the Quran and Islamic tradition.

• A) Imams
• B) Ayatollahs
• C) Caliphs
• D) Beys

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