Religious Diffusion

In what ways have religions spread across the globe?

• Trade and cultural exchanges

• War, Conquest, Missions, and Trade

• Peaceful assimilation only

• Technological advancements

What is a common factor in the diffusion of Christianity and Buddhism?

• They both originated in the same region.

• They both remained within their countries of origin.

• They both formed out of Hinduism.

• They both spread outside of their origins.

Why have some religions spread more than others?

• Due to the personal preference of the people.

• Because of the influence of more powerful countries' governments.

• Religions have not really spread; they have stayed localized.

• Only through peaceful means and self-discovery.

What is the relationship between exploration and religious diffusion?

• Exploration was solely for economic gain and had no connection to religious diffusion.

• Religious diffusion was not affected by exploration because they were independent events.

• Exploration provided a means for religious diffusion as European countries wanted to trade with those who shared their religion.

• Religious diffusion hindered exploration by limiting the trade routes available to European countries.

Why has Hinduism had limited diffusion compared to other major religions?

• Hinduism was not appealing to people outside of India.

• Hinduism's caste system and its "way of life" nature kept it within specific geographic areas.

• Hinduism was only practiced by a small number of people.

• Hinduism spread widely but was not officially recognized as a religion.

Which two religions are identified as the largest practiced in the world?

• Buddhism and Hinduism

• Christianity and Islam

• Judaism and Christianity

• Islam and Buddhism

What are some of the reasons for why people are drawn to religions?

• Religions provide economic benefits and political power.

• Religions offer a sense of community, teach kindness, and provide guidance on how to live harmoniously.

• Religions are easy to practice and do not require any form of belief or faith.

• Religions are only for the rich and powerful, providing them with more influence.

The religion did the Spanish, Portuguese, and French spread to the New World was ​ (a)   .

• Christianity
• Judaism
• Hinduism
• Buddhism

"Missionary" means....

• A person who moves goods from one place to another

• A person who has a job to do

• An explorer

• A person who seeks to convert others to a religion

Which of the following is NOT a missionary religion?

• Judaism

• Islam

• Christianity

• Hinduism