Unit 2

How did Hinduism develop as a religion?

• The first people to settle in India had a creation story that developed into Hinduism.

• Aryan invaders brought their religion to India, and it combined with other local religions to form Hinduism.

• People had the strong urge to develop a new belief

Which of these is the best argument against using a caste system to organize a modern society?

• The caste system prevents a nation from using people's skills efficiently.

• The caste system restricts trade and contact with people in other countries.

• The caste system allows family members to travel to join others in worship

According to Confucius, what condition was necessary to have an orderly society?

• a strong ruler who strictly enforced all laws

• fair voting among the citizens in deciding the types of laws to create

• responsible behavior based on respect for the emperor and based on filial piety in the family

Which statement explains the main difference between Taoism and Legalism?

• Taoism promotes hierarchy, while Legalism promotes equality.

• Taoism focuses on nature, while Legalism focuses on science.

• Taoism emphasizes harmony, while Legalism emphasizes obedience.

What was the concept of the Mandate of Heaven used to justify?

• the existence of social classes

• the takeover of foreign peoples

• the emperor's control over the government

Which statement best describes how the early Christians were treated by the Romans?

• They were distrusted for their odd beliefs but tolerated.

• They were embraced because of the power of their message

• They were persecuted for being disloyal to the emperor.

The fall of the Roman Empire and its division resulted in what effect on the Christian church?

• The church split into the East-West Schism to form the Roman Catholic Church and the Orthodox Church.

• The church grew smaller as a result of disputes over the authority of the Roman emperor.

• The church became a more organized religion that spread north in Europe and in north Africa.

What are the stories called that Jesus told for the purpose of teaching lessons?

• Fables

• Legends

• Parables

To which city do faithful Muslims make a pilgrimage if they are able?

• Mecca

• Medina

• Jerusalem

The belief in worshiping one god?

• Monotheistic

• Polytheistic

• Raman