Can I write an essay about Hinduism? | Exit Quiz | Oak National Academy

Veda means...

• knowledge (of existence)

• sacred writings of a religion

• wise person

Atman means...

• spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)

• the power that supports the universe

• the soul; the spiritual being

Between which dates is the Vedic period thought to have occured?

• c. 1200 - c. 200 BCE

• c. 2000 - c. 200 BCE

• c. 3000 - c. 1200 BCE

• c. 3000 - c. 200 BCE

When is Holi celebrated?

• On the day after full moon during the month of Phalunga, which falls in April-May.

• On the day after full moon during the month of Phalunga, which falls in February-March.

• On the day after full moon during the month of Phalunga, which falls in January-March.

• On the day after full moon during the month of Phalunga, which falls in March-April.

Some celebrations in the UK have been criticised for...

• not allowing Hindus to celebrate in the festivities.

• not staying true to the festival's cultural and religious significance.

• using the wrong colours during the festivities.