Hinduism Reading Review Questions

What is the major religion in India and Nepal?

• Islam

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Christianity

Who is considered the World-Soul in Hinduism?

• Ganesh

• Brahman

• Shiva

• Vishnu

Which god is known for destroying old life to make room for the new in Hinduism?

• Ganesh

• Shiva

• Shakti

• Vishnu

What is the most sacred animal in Hinduism?

• Tiger

• Cow

• Monkey

• Elephant

What is the Hindu belief about the soul after death?

• It is reincarnated

• It goes to heaven

• It ceases to exist

• It becomes a ghost

What is the Hindu ritual that marks the entrance into religious life for boys?

• Sacred Thread Ceremony

• Bat Mitzvah

• Bar Mitzvah

• Confirmation

Which festival celebrates the end of winter in Hinduism?

• Diwali

• Holi

• Navratri

• Raksha Bandhan

What is the oldest collection of sacred Hindu writings?

• Vedas

• Upanishads

• Ramayana

• Bhagavad Gita

What is the Hindu practice that involves physical positions and breathing exercises?

• Puja

• Yoga

• Mantra

• Meditation

What is the Hindu belief about the caste system?

• It is unfair

• It is essential for society

• It should be abolished

• It promotes equality