OBJECTIVE 7.3 Mastery Check

How are the major characteristics of Islam, Judaism, and Christianity different?

• They have different holy books and prophets.

• They all originated in the same region.

• They share the same religious practices.

• They are not different in any major way.

Answer explanation

The major characteristics of Islam, Judaism, and Christianity are different because they have different holy books and prophets.

What is the dominant language in the SWANA region?

• English

• French

• Arabic

• Spanish

Answer explanation

The dominant language in the SWANA region is Arabic.

Which of the following religions did NOT originate in Southwest Asia?

• Buddhism

• Judaism

• Christianity

• Islam

Answer explanation

Buddhism is the correct choice as it did not originate in Southwest Asia, unlike Judaism, Christianity, and Islam which all have origins in Southwest Asia.

What is the most practiced religion in the SWANA region?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Judaism

• Hinduism

Answer explanation

The most practiced religion in the SWANA region is Islam, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

What do Muslims celebrate during the month of Ramadan?

• Pilgrimage to Mecca

• Fasting

• Rosh Hashanah

• Yom Kippur

Answer explanation

Muslims celebrate fasting during the month of Ramadan.

What is the pilgrimage to Mecca that Muslims are required to participate in at least once in their life called?

• Ramadan

• Hajj

• Yom Kippur

• Rosh Hashanah

Answer explanation

The correct pilgrimage to Mecca that Muslims are required to participate in at least once in their life is called Hajj.

Which Jewish holiday is known as the New Year and is one of two high holy days?

• Yom Kippur

• Ramadan

• Rosh Hashanah

• Hajj

Answer explanation

Rosh Hashanah is known as the New Year and is one of two high holy days in the Jewish calendar.

During which holiday do Jews fast and pray for the forgiveness of their sins?

• Rosh Hashanah

• Ramadan

• Hajj

• Yom Kippur

Answer explanation

Jews fast and pray for the forgiveness of their sins during Yom Kippur, not Rosh Hashanah, Ramadan, or Hajj.

What are considered splendid works of architecture in the SWANA region?

• Palaces and forts

• Temples and mosques

• Schools and universities

• Bridges and roads

Answer explanation

Temples and mosques are considered splendid works of architecture in the SWANA region.

Who is the founder of Judaism?

• Moses

• Jesus

• Muhammad

• Abraham

Answer explanation

Abraham is considered the founder of Judaism as he is seen as the patriarch of the Israelite people and made a covenant with God.