Religious Topics in Central Asia 5th Grade Abner Lima

What is the dominant place of worship in Central Asia?

• Buddhist monasteries

• Christian churches

• Zoroastrian fire temples

• Mosques

What is the most widely used sacred text in Central Asia?

• The Bible

• Buddhist scriptures

• The Avesta

• The Quran

What is a common Islamic ritual performed daily in Central Asia?

• Burning incense

• Singing hymns

• Lighting candles

• Praying five times a day (Salah)

What is the main religious festival observed by Muslims in Central Asia?

• Diwali

• Christmas

• Hanukkah

• Eid

What influences ethical values in Central Asia?

• Confucian philosophy

• Buddhist teachings

• Hindu traditions

• Islamic teachings

What is a traditional cultural value in Central Asia?

• Individualism

• Respect for elders

• Material wealth

• Silence in religious practice

Where do Muslims gather for group prayers in Central Asia?

• Christian cathedrals

• Hindu temples

• Buddhist shrines

• Mosques

Who played a major role in spreading Islam in Central Asia?

• Buddhist monks

• Jesuit missionaries

• Sufi missionaries

• Hindu priests

What role does an imam or Sufi sheik play in Islam?

• Leads religious duties in the community

• Functions as a priest like in Christianity

• Acts as a mediator between God and believers

• Performs sacrifices in a temple

Which historical religious sites can be found in Central Asia?

• Shinto shrines

• Buddhist stupas

• Hindu temples

• Jewish synagogues