Amish and Anabaptist Quiz

What is Rumspringa, and why is it an important 'ritual' within the Amish church?

• A. A traditional dance performed by the Amish

• B. A period of freedom and exploration for Amish teenagers

• C. A religious ceremony to welcome new members into the church

• D. A yearly gathering of all Amish communities

According to the documentary, why, if an Amish person joins the church then leaves, are they shunned?

• A. Because they never made promises to the church

• B. Because they committed a serious crime

• C. Because they disagreed with the church's teachings

• D. Because they wanted to live a modern lifestyle

What teachings of Jesus do you actually see practiced in this documentary?

• A. Jesus taught to use violence to solve conflicts

• B. Jesus taught to hold grudges and seek revenge

• C. Jesus taught forgiveness and nonviolence

• D. Jesus taught to accumulate wealth and possessions

By the conclusion of the documentary, where do Faron, Gerald, Joann, Emma, and Velda 'end' up and why?

• A. They all join the Amish church because they miss their old lifestyle

• B. They all leave the Amish community to pursue a modern lifestyle

• C. They all become leaders in the Amish church

• D. They all become missionaries in other countries

Why do more than 90% of all Amish kids end up joining the Amish church?

• A. They are forced to join by their parents

• B. Rumspringa offers them a true choice to leave or stay

• C. They are brainwashed by the Amish community

• D. They want to stay with their family and community

Does Rumspringa truly off a choice?

• No, young Amish individuals are required to live in a city for exactly one year, after which they have no choice but to return to their community permanently.

• Yes, Amish youth are paired with mentors from the outside world who decide everything for them

• No, Amish children choose a trade they'll pursue for life, and once chosen, they cannot ever switch or return to the Amish way of life.

• Yes, in a sense children are able to make a choice, but social and family pressure, lack of education, and spiritual beliefs make leaving the Amish way of life almost impossible.

What similarities do the folks at Jesus Camp have with the Amish?

• A. Both groups believe strong faith, conservative political view, chosen by God and society is sinful

• B. Both groups reject the teachings of Jesus

• C. Both groups encourage violence and aggression

• D. Both groups prioritize material wealth and possessions

What are some differences between the two groups?

• Approach to Technology

• Political Engagement

• Evangelism

• All of the above

What are some differences between the two groups?

• Approach to Technology

• Political Engagement

• Evangelism

• All of the above

What is the single fundamental difference between the Amish and the folks at Jesus Camp?

• A. The Amish believe in a separation from the modern world, while the folks at Jesus Camp directly engage with modern society

• B. The Amish encourage violence and aggression, while the folks at Jesus Camp promote forgiveness and nonviolence

• C. The Amish reject the teachings of Jesus, while the folks at Jesus Camp follow them closely

• D. The Amish prioritize material wealth and possessions, while the folks at Jesus Camp live a simple life