World Religion Basics

What is a “religion”?

• B. A way people make friends

• C. A set of beliefs and practices about the sacred and spiritual life

• D. A group that plays sports together

What does “religious identity” mean?

• The way a person feels connected to their religion

• The school subjects a person likes

• A person’s favorite hobby

What is “worship”?

• A place where people eat food

• Behavior showing respect and love for a god or something sacred

• A way to study for a test

What is a “deity”?

• A type of meal

• A god or goddess

• A festival

What does “monotheistic” mean?

• Belief in many gods

• Belief in one god

• No belief in any god

What does “polytheistic” mean?

• Belief in one god

• No belief in any god

• Belief in many gods

What does “non-theistic” mean?

• Belief in one god

• Belief in many gods

• No belief in a god but belief in spiritual ideas

What does “sacred” mean?

• Something ordinary

• Something very old

• Something holy or special

What is a “ritual”?

• Special action(s) done to show respect/love for a deity or something sacred.

• A lively type of music using instruments like saxophone, trumpet, and piano.

• A language that develops when people from different background mix their languages into a new one.

What does “diverse” mean?

• Very large

• All the same

• Different or varied

• Something rare