Major World Religions: Extra Credit/Makeup Assignment

Multiple Choice

Today Hinduism is practiced all over the world, but it first began through multiple beliefs in an ancient civilization in

• Mesopotamia

• Turkey

• India

• Egypt

Multiple Choice

Hinduism is polytheistic.  What does that mean?

• Hindus believe in one God.
• Hindus believe in multiple gods and goddesses that control the universe.
• Hindus believe in more than one version of heaven.
• Hindus believe in multiple classes of people.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a key concept in Buddhism?

• Belief in multiple deities

• Personal spiritual development

• Worship of a single founder

• Belief in a personal god

Open Ended

What are some ways that religious celebrations help people feel connected to their communities and the world?

Multiple Choice

Which Buddhist celebration involves floating decorated baskets on rivers to show respect for water and to release bad luck?

• Lantern Festival

• Loy Krathong

• Vesak

• Songkran

Open Ended

Compare the key beliefs in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements are true about Sikhism?

• It was founded by Guru Nanak.

• Its sacred text is the Guru Granth Sahib.

• It began in the Punjab region of India/Pakistan.

• Its main place of worship is a Synagogue.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a sacred text in Hinduism?

• Tripitaka

• Vedas

• Eightfold Path

• Bible

Open Ended

Compare and contrast the beliefs and practices of Hinduism and Buddhism as described in the lesson. What are some key similarities and differences?