Understanding Belief Systems and Community

Understanding Belief Systems and Community

Assessment

Interactive Video

Philosophy, Religious Studies, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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Wendy asks Bill Nye if the world would be better without religion. Bill acknowledges the community and friendship that religion provides, while also highlighting the supportive nature of atheist communities. He emphasizes the importance of transcending tribal divisions and understanding that everyone is in this together, regardless of religious beliefs. Bill shares his personal stance as a non-believer and stresses that ultimately, everyone is agnostic because the existence of a higher power is unknowable. He concludes by suggesting that living good lives and leaving the world better than we found it is what truly matters.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bill Nye suggest about the role of religion in forming communities?

Religion is unnecessary for community building.

Religion provides friendship and extended families.

Religion should be abolished for better communities.

Religion only causes division among people.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Bill Nye, what should people aim to transcend?

Technological advancements

Economic disparities

Tribal and religious boundaries

Cultural differences

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bill Nye believe about the existence of God?

He claims to have proof of God's existence.

He believes in multiple gods.

He thinks it's important to ponder individually.

He is certain there is no God.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Bill Nye view the future of humankind?

Dependent on technological advancements

Dependent on the interactions of communities and tribes

Dependent on political power

Dependent on economic growth

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bill Nye say about the influence of God on our lives?

The influence of God is a personal belief.

God directly controls our actions.

God has no influence on our lives.

God influences our lives based on past actions.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Bill Nye's personal belief regarding religion?

He is a non-believer.

He is a devout believer.

He believes in all religions equally.

He is undecided about his beliefs.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bill Nye mean by saying we are all agnostic?

We cannot know if a higher power exists.

We all reject the idea of God.

We all have the same religious beliefs.

We all believe in God.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Bill Nye suggest is the best way to live?

By living good lives and improving the world

By following strict religious doctrines

By accumulating wealth

By ignoring the needs of others

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main takeaway from Bill Nye's conclusion?

To ignore community needs

To follow religious teachings strictly

To live good lives and improve the world

To focus on personal wealth