Religious Dimension in Human History Quiz

What is animism?

• The belief in many gods and goddesses

• The belief in a single God

• The belief in active spiritual forces in nature

• The belief in divine agents maintaining the universe

Which religion believes in kami, the deities that created the universe?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Shinto

• Hinduism

What is polytheism?

• The belief in many gods and goddesses

• The belief in a single God

• The belief in active spiritual forces in nature

• The belief in divine agents maintaining the universe

Which religion believes in a single God who is the creator of the universe?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Shinto

• Hinduism

What is the main ingredient of all the religions?

• Material possessions

• Scientific progress

• Spirituality

• Political power

Why do people need spirituality or divine beings?

• To accumulate wealth and possessions

• To find personal fulfilment

• To gain political power

• To advance scientific progress

What does religion provide for individuals?

• Meaning and purpose in life

• Material possessions

• Scientific knowledge

• Political influence

What does religion provide for society?

• Social cohesion

• Material wealth

• Scientific progress

• Political dominance

What is one influence on the growth of new religions?

• Scientific progress

• Materialism

• Ecological awareness

• All of the above

Why do some people reject traditional religions?

• Lack of rituals and ceremonies

• Oppression of women

• Outdated explanations

• All of the above