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WorksheetsCalifornia Textbook Movement
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 8mins
What did the 12th grade speaker say was the reason why Hinduism is negatively portrayed in textbooks?
He explained that only the negative aspects of our religion are shown in textbooks and none of the positive aspects are shown
He explained how other religions are portrayed positively while Hinduism is shown negatively
He explained how emphasizing negative aspects of something can change how it is perceived by the world
He explained how Hinduism should continue to be portrayed negatively in American textbooks
True or False: Hinduism has influenced many Western thinkers and philosophers.
True
False
According to the 8th grade speaker, which of the following was negatively portrayed in her textbook?
The Bhagavad Gita
The Caste System
The Ramayana
None of the Above
Hinduism is the only major religion with the concept of:
Bhakti (devotion)
Karma (Actions)
Shakti (Divine Feminine)
Seva (Service)
What is the California Textbook Movement?
A movement for glorification of Hinduism above all other religions.
A movement for fair representation of Hinduism in California textbooks
A movement for Hinduism to be removed from all textbooks
Name one religion that is portrayed fairly and majestically in California textbooks
(a)
According to the video, how is Hinduism shown in California textbooks?
With trash and slums
With temples and sculptures
With beautiful images of India
It is not shown at all
What are some of the positive aspects of Hinduism?
Music and dance
Yoga
It's deeper level concepts such as Dharma
It's contribution to mathematics and science
Based on a survey by HAF, how many Hindu students felt that their religion was being negatively portrayed in textbooks?
1/5
2/5
3/5
4/5
5/5
How did Hindus respond to unfairness in textbooks?
Wrote letters and signed petitions
Organized protests and demonstrations
Rioted against the state government
Both children and adults spoke at hearings
What were some of the changes that were made to the textbooks?
Yoga and Meditation topics were added
Information on "Divine Feminine" (Shakti) was added
The spread of Hindu empires were discussed
Information on the caste system was removed
What is something you think you can do to support the California Textbook Movement and/or change the negative perspectives on Hinduism?
