Y8 - Introduction to Hinduism

What is the main symbol of Hinduism?

• Aum (Om)

• Swastika

• Mandir

The Aum (Om) symbol also visually represents the Lord Ganesha.

• True

• False

Aum (Om) is also the sound that Hindu's use when meditating and praying.

• True

• False

What does the swastika represent in Hinduism?

• The Sun

• The Moon

The Hindu place of worship is known as...

• Mosque

• Church

• Mandir

• Gurdwara

How many sacred texts are there in Hinduism?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

Which of the following are Hindu holy texts?

• The Vedas

• The Ramayana

• The Mahabharata

• The Torah

• The Puranas

The word 'Veda' roughly translates as...

• Hymns

• Knowledge

• Wisdom

• Stories

What is the name of the statue that Hindus worship?

• Mutri

• Murti

• Morti

• Merti

How often do Hindu's pray?

• Daily

• Weekly

• Monthly

• At special times of the year