Year 8 Sikhism Key Words

What is the Adi Granth?

• A historical document of Buddhism.
• A collection of Hindu scriptures.
• A book of ancient Greek philosophy.
• The Adi Granth is the central religious scripture of Sikhism.

What is the amrit sanskar ceremony?

• The Amrit Sanskar ceremony is the Sikh initiation ritual for becoming a member of the Khalsa.
• A traditional Hindu wedding ceremony
• A Buddhist meditation practice
• A Christian baptism ritual

Which of the following is one of the 5Ks?

• Kesh
• Kettle
• Kestrel
• Keshan

What is sewa?

• Sewa refers to a religious festival.
• Sewa is a type of food.
• Sewa is selfless service or altruistic actions for others.
• Sewa is a form of meditation.

What are the panj pyare?

• The Panj Pyare are the five Sikh warriors initiated by Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
• The Panj Pyare are the five sacred texts of Sikhism.
• The Panj Pyare are the five main festivals celebrated by Sikhs.
• The Panj Pyare are the five holy sites in Punjab.

What does it mean to be a khalsa Sikh?

• A Khalsa Sikh is someone who practices yoga and meditation exclusively.
• To be a Khalsa Sikh means to follow only the teachings of Guru Nanak.
• A Khalsa Sikh is a person who does not believe in any religious practices.
• To be a Khalsa Sikh means to be an initiated member of the Sikh faith, committed to its principles and practices.

Where do Sikhs worship?

• Temple
• Mosque
• Church
• Gurdwara

Who was Guru Nanak?

• Guru Nanak was the founder of Sikhism.
• A Hindu saint
• A leader of the Mughal Empire
• A famous Indian poet

Who was Guru Gobind Singh?

• Guru Gobind Singh was the tenth Sikh Guru and founder of the Khalsa.
• A famous Indian poet
• The first Sikh Guru
• A historical warrior king

What is the significance of the Guru Granth Sahib to Sikhs?

• The Guru Granth Sahib is significant to Sikhs as their eternal Guru and the foundation of their faith.
• It is primarily a book of laws for Sikhs to follow.
• It serves as a collection of poems unrelated to Sikh beliefs.
• It is a historical document with no religious importance.