Quiz on Hinduism

What is the approximate age of Hinduism?

• 2000 years

• 3000 years

• 7000 years

• 5000 years

What does the term 'Hindu' originally refer to?

• A religious text

• A type of worship

• A river

• A historical figure

Which civilization is believed to have influenced Hindu beliefs?

• Roman Civilization

• Indus Valley Civilization

• Egyptian Civilization

• Mayan Civilization

Does Hinduism have a single founder?

• Only in ancient times

• No

• Only in modern times

• Yes

What is one characteristic of Hinduism?

• It is very inclusive

• It is very organized

• It has a single holy book

• It has a strict hierarchy of priests

What do Hindus believe about God?

• There are many gods

• There is no god

• There is one God called Brahman

• God is only a concept

How do Hindus view their many deities?

• As separate gods

• As manifestations of Brahman

• As fictional characters

• As historical figures

What is polytheism?

• Belief in a single deity

• Belief in no gods

• Belief in multiple gods

• Belief in one God

Is Hinduism considered a monotheistic religion?

• Yes

• Only in ancient texts

• No

• Only in some beliefs

What is pantheism?

• Belief in no gods

• Belief that God is the universe

• Belief in a single god

• Belief in many gods