The Amish Case Study

Which of the following American states is not known for having a large Amish population?

• Ohio

• Pennsylvania

• Indiana

• Washington

Which of the following is true about the Amish population?

• It is growing.

• It is declining.

• It is at a plateau.

• There is no data on the Amish population.

Why might an Amish person not want their picture taken?

• They are afraid of cameras.

• They don't want to be judged.

• They believe it shows too much pride.

• They don't believe they should be remembered.

What is the name of a common punishment for breaking the rules in an Amish community?

It begins with S.

(a)  

It is common for schooling to finish in this year level for Amish students.

• Year 5

• Year 8

• Year 10

• Year 12

What sorts of duties might a young male Amish child be educated in?

Who are considered the leaders of the Amish community?

• Married men

• Married women

• Grandparents who live away from the family

• Church bishops

What is the name given to non-Amish people by the Amish?

(a)  

A significant example of co-operation in Amish society is...

• cattle-farming

• barn-raising

• meal preparation

• buggy-riding

What is rumschpringes?

• The opportunity for young Amish to experience English life.

• A ceremony of baptism for a 16 year old.

• The process of building a buggy for a married couple.

• The gradual introduction of modern technology