Guess the LDS Temples
Authored by Carol Winkleman
Religious Studies
12th Grade
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This quiz focuses on the visual identification of Latter-day Saint (LDS) temples from around the world, making it appropriate for high school Religious Studies students, particularly at the 12th-grade level. The assessment tests students' knowledge of LDS temple architecture, geography, and the global expansion of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Students need foundational knowledge of LDS history and doctrine, understanding of the significance of temples in LDS theology, and familiarity with distinctive architectural features that characterize different temple designs across various time periods and locations. The quiz requires visual recognition skills and geographic awareness, as students must distinguish between temples located across the United States and internationally, from historic structures like the Salt Lake Temple to modern temples in Europe, Africa, and Central America. Success on this assessment demonstrates students' comprehension of the LDS Church's worldwide presence and the cultural importance of temples within the faith community. Created by Carol Winkleman, a Religious Studies teacher in the US who teaches grade 12. This visual identification quiz serves as an excellent tool for reinforcing students' knowledge of LDS temple architecture and global church expansion through engaging, interactive assessment. The quiz works particularly well as a review activity before major exams, allowing students to test their recognition of significant religious structures while reinforcing geographic and historical connections. Teachers can use this as a formative assessment to gauge students' familiarity with temple locations and architectural styles, or as a warm-up activity to begin discussions about the role of temples in LDS worship and community life. The format also makes it suitable for homework assignments or independent study, helping students develop visual literacy skills alongside their religious studies knowledge. This assessment aligns with standards that emphasize understanding religious practices, geographic distribution of faith communities, and the relationship between architecture and religious expression.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the LDS temple shown in the picture
Salt Lake Temple
Nauvoo Illinois Temple
Provo City Center Temple
San Diego California Temple
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the LDS temple shown in the picture
Los Angeles California Temple
Washington D.C. Temple
Mesa Arizona Temple
Laie Hawaii Temple
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the LDS temple shown in the picture
Salt Lake Temple
Nauvoo Illinois Temple
Provo City Center Temple
San Diego California Temple
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the LDS temple shown in the picture
Los Angeles California Temple
Washington D.C. Temple
Mesa Arizona Temple
Laie Hawaii Temple
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the LDS temple shown in the picture
Salt Lake Temple
Nauvoo Illinois Temple
Kirtland Temple
Logan Utah Temple
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the LDS temple shown in the picture
Los Angeles California Temple
Gilbert Arizona Temple
Mesa Arizona Temple
Laie Hawaii Temple
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Identify the LDS temple shown in the picture
Salt Lake Temple
Layton Temple
Provo City Center Temple
Provo Temple
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