Religion, Sports and Interfaith Dialogue

Which of the following Australian sports teams features a religious symbol in its logo?

• Melbourne Victory FC

• St George Illawarra Dragons

• Sydney Swans

• Brisbane Broncos

What is the main message of the Vatican II document "Nostra Aetate"?

• The importance of winning in sports

• Respect and dialogue among different religions

• The history of Australian football

• The rules of international soccer

Which religious observance has led to changes in the scheduling of major sporting events?

• Christmas

• Ramadan

• Easter

• All of the above

Which of the following is NOT a common religious practice observed by athletes before a game?

• Praying

• Meditating

• Performing a haka

• Making the sign of the cross

Which Australian sports team mascot is based on a native animal?

• West Coast Eagles

• St Kilda Saints

• Canterbury Bulldogs

• Newcastle Knights

Which of the following international soccer team’s jersey is famous for featuring a cross, a religious symbol?

• Brazil

• England

• Argentina

• Germany

Which of the following flags contains a religious symbol?

• Switzerland

• Isle of Man

• Japan

• Canada

Which Australian rugby league team’s mascot is a reference to a Christian saint?

• Parramatta Eels

• St George Illawarra Dragons

• Gold Coast Titans

• Manly Sea Eagles

Which of the following is a reason why some athletes may not play on certain days?

• Religious observance

• Weather conditions

• Injury

• Team strategy

Which international sporting event has made accommodations for athletes observing Ramadan?

• FIFA World Cup

• Wimbledon

• Tour de France

• Australian Open