Muslims believe the Qur'an is the final word of God to all people and is therefore perfect in every way. The Qur'an is so import
ant in Islamic beliefs that a ritual cleansing with water must occur before A. a Muslim recites memorized verses from the Qur'an. B. a non-Muslim reads from the Qur'an. C. a new translation of the Qur'an can be written. D. a Muslim touches a copy of the Qur'an.
In general, World War II played a role in the eventual decolonization of Southeast Asia because the Japanese lost the war and were forced to give up many of their holdings.
