Religious Concepts

Religious beliefs are:

• a set of principles or tenets which guide the actions and thoughts of individuals within a religion

• a scientific theory

• a political ideology

• a type of art form

Which of the following is a characteristic of religious beliefs?

• They are individual opinions.

• They offer insights and understandings about life.

• They are unrelated to religious teachings.

• They are not shared by a community.

What is an example of a religious practice mentioned in the text?

• Prayer

• Meditation

• Fasting

• Pilgrimage

Baptism is an example of a

• Religious Ritual

• Religious holiday

• Religious book

• Religious figure

What are the main characteristics of religion mentioned in the text?

• Beliefs, rituals, and moral codes

• Economic systems and trade practices

• Political structures and governance

• Technological advancements and innovations

List the five main religions present in Australia as mentioned in the text.

• Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism

• Christianity, Islam, Sikhism, Hinduism, Judaism

• Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Sikhism

• Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Judaism, Sikhism

A fundamental belief about Jesus in Catholicism is that he is:

• a prophet

• the Son of God

• a historical figure

• a moral teacher

Fill in the blank: The Pope is the head of the _______.

• Catholic Church

• United Nations

• World Health Organization

• European Union

Which of the following is an important event of Holy Week in Catholicism?

• Christmas

• Good Friday

• Easter Sunday

• New Year's Day

True or False: In some cultures, Catholics refrain from eating meat every Friday.

• True

• False