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Q1 U2 Religions Review

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 46mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A young man believes there is only one God. He does not eat pork and observes the Sabbath from Friday evening to Saturday evening. He studies the Torah and looks forward to the coming of the Messiah. Which religion does he most likely follow?

a)

Judaism

b)

Christianity

c)

Islam

d)

Hinduism

e)

Buddhism

f)

Sikhism

2.

Vedas/Vedic Texts

a)

Buddhism

b)

Hinduism

c)

Sikhism

3.

Polytheistic

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Confucianism

d)

T(D)aoism

e)

Sikhism

4.

Compare and contrast Hinduism and Buddhism. Which Statement is true?

a)

They both believe in karma's effect on resurrection but differ how it occurs

b)

They both believe in karma's effect on reincarnation, but differ in the physical form of reincarnated body

c)

They are both polytheistic.

d)

They both have the 5 Ks as a core philosophy of their religion

5.

Reincarnation is a central teaching of Sikhism, __________ and _________

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Christianity

d)

Confucianism

e)

T(D)aoism

6.

karma

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Sikhism

d)

T(D)aoism

e)

Confucianism

7.

Religious philosophy that deals with reasons for suffering

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Sikhism

d)

Confucianism

e)

T(D)aoism

8.

Achieving Nirvana utilizing the 8 Fold Path is the goal of

a)

a legendary alternative rock band

b)

Hinduism

c)

Buddhism

d)

Confucianism

e)

T(D)aoism

9.

Achieving Moksha through adhereance to the caste system rules and honoring of Brahman, Brahma, Siva, and Vishnu is the goal of

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Confucianism

d)

T(D)aoism

e)

Sikhism

10.

Lao-Tzu was the founder of

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Confucianism

d)

T(D)aoism

e)

Sikhism

11.

The Tipitaka is the text for

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Confucianism

d)

T(D)aoism

e)

Sikhism

12.

Siddhartha Gautama founded

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Confucianism

d)

T(D)aoism

e)

Sikhism

13.

Education, respect for family and obeying authority are key teachings of

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Confucianism

d)

T(D)aoism

e)

Sikhism

14.

Polytheism is a belief taught in

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Confucianism

d)

(T)Daoism

e)

Sikhism

15.

This philosophy is based on harmony with nature

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Confucuianism

d)

T(D)aoism

e)

Sikhism

16.

A man prays five times a day facing Mecca. He fasts during the month of Ramadan and believes that Muhammad is the final prophet of God. He reads the Quran for guidance. Which religion does he most likely follow?

a)

Judaism

b)

Christianity

c)

Islam

d)

Hinduism

e)

Buddhism

f)

Skihism

17.

Compare and contrast Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism; which statement is accurate?

a)

  1. Sikhism, Buddhism, and Hinduism all originated in East Asia

b)

  1. Hinduism and Buddhism follow the 8 fold path; however, Sikhism follow the 5 Ks

c)

  1. Hinduism is polytheistic, Buddhism is nontheistic, and Sikhism is monotheistic

d)

  1. All 3 religions are polytheistic and believe that Siddhartha Gautama is the Messiah 

18.

  1. Compare and contrast Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhism 

a)

All originate in East Asia

b)

  1. They all are Polytheistic   

c)

  1. they all are monotheistic

d)

  1. All originate from South Asia

19.

  1. Compare and contrast Confucianism and Taoism: which statement is accurate?

a)

  1. Confucianism focuses on nature and following ones own path while taoism focuses on respect for authority and family.

b)

  1. Confucianism focuses on respect for authority and family while Taoism focuses on following one's own path and nature

c)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism both originated in India.

d)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism were both developed by Lao-Tzu

20.

  1. Compare and Contrast Confucianism and Taoism: which statement is accurate

a)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism originated in Mesopotamia

b)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism originated in India

c)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism are both polytheistic

d)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism are nontheistic and considered as more of a philosophy than a religion

e)

Confucianism and T(D)aoism are both monotheistic

21.

The kesh, kangha, kara, kachera, and kirpan are all visual representations seen on followers of

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Sikhism

d)

Confucianism

e)

T(D)aoism

22.

Sikhism combines aspects of

a)

Hinduism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Islam

d)

Christianity

e)

Confucianism

23.

The correct chronological order of the origin of the Abrahamic Religious Philosophies

a)

  1. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam 

b)

  1. Christianity, Judaism, and Islam

c)

  1. Islam, Christianity, Judaism 

d)

  1. Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism

e)

Judaism, Christianity Hinduism

24.

A man believes that life is full of suffering caused by desire. He meditates daily to follow the Eightfold Path and hopes to achieve Nirvana to escape the cycle of rebirth. Which philosophy does he most likely follow?

a)

Judaism

b)

Christianity

c)

Islam

d)

Hinduism

e)

Buddhism

f)

Sikhism

25.

The correct chronological order for the South Asian Religious Philosophies is

a)

Buddhism, Sikhism, Hinduism

b)

Hinduism, Sikhism, Buddhism

c)

Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism

d)

Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism

e)

Sikhism, Buddhism, Hinduism

26.

Which statement is likely to be said by a Christian?

a)

" Jesus was a great prophet "

b)

"Jesus is the promised Messiah"

c)

"The Messiah has not come yet"

d)

  1. "Muhammed is the prophet"

e)

These are not statements a Christian would say.

27.

What characteristics do Hinduism and Buddhism share?

a)

Karma/ reincarnation/ meditation-peace

b)

  1. Holy trinity/ heaven/ golden rule

c)

  1. Brahmans/ 5 pillars/ Quran

d)

  1. 4 Noble Truths/ Guru Nanak/ Moksha

e)

They don't share any characteristics

28.

Compare and contrast Hinduism and Buddhism and Sikhism.

a)

They are all monotheistic

b)

They all believe that the Messiah has not come.

c)

They originated in China.

d)

They all teach about reincarnation based on karma

e)

They all teach about resurrection based on karma

29.

Compare and contrast Hinduism and Buddhism. Which statement is accurate?


a)

Hinduism has no direct founder; while Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama

b)

  1. They both believe in monotheism

c)

  1. They both believe in resurrection

d)

  1. They both count Siddhartha Gautama as an important figure

30.

Compare and contrast Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhism. Which statement is accurate?

a)

Sikhism, Buddhism, and Hinduism all originated in East Asia

b)

Hinduism and Buddhism follow the 8 fold path; however, Sikhism follow the 5 Ks

c)

Hinduism is polytheistic, Buddhism is nontheistic, and Sikhism is monotheistic

d)

All 3 religions are polytheistic and believe that Siddhartha Gautama is the Messiah

31.

A woman believes in the concept of dharma (duty) and that her soul will be reborn into a new body after death. She visits a temple to worship many different gods and goddesses, including Vishnu. Which religion does she most likely follow?

a)

Judaism

b)

Christianity

c)

Islam

d)

Hinduism

e)

Buddhism

f)

Sikhism

32.

Compare and contrast Confucianism and Taoism. Which statement is accurate?

a)

Confucianism focuses on nature and following one's own path while Taoism focuses on respect for authority and family.

b)

Confucianism focuses on respect for authority and family while Taoism focuses on following one's own path and nature.

c)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism both originated in South Asia

d)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism were both developed by Lao-Tzu.

33.

Compare and Contrast Confucianism and Taoism. Which statement is accurate?


a)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism originated in Mesopotamia

b)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism originated in India

c)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism are both polytheistic

d)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism are more of a life philosophy or way of life rather than a religious ideology

34.

Which of these is true?

a)

Lao Tzu is the founder of Hinduism while Confucius is the founder of Buddhism.

b)

  1. Lao Tzu is the founder of Confucianism while Confucius is the founder of Taoism.

c)

  1. Lao Tzu is the founder of Taoism while Confucius is the founder of Buddhism.

d)

  1. Lao Tzu is the founder of Taoism while Confucius is the founder of Confucianism.

35.

How would you describe a symbol of Sikhism?

a)

It is the Khanda, made up of a double edged sword, 2 kirpans (smaller swords) and a circle in the center representing God

b)

  1. It is a 6 pointed star, best known as the Star of David

c)

  1. It is a Dharmachakra, or wheel of dharma, with 8 spokes representing the 8 fold path

d)

  1. It is a sacred sound symbol called “om” or “Aum” and represents Universe

36.

In the Sikh faith, who is the Teacher?

a)

Guru

b)

Gurdwara

c)

rabbi

d)

pastor

37.

Which of the Following is NOT a Core Principle of Sikhism?

a)

  1. Truthful Living and service to God

b)

  1. Convert All, Save All

c)

  1. Service to Humanity

d)

  1. Monotheistic Faith

e)

Samsara

38.

Which of these is NOT a similarity between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?

a)

They all start with a promise from God to Abraham

b)

They all feature times of prayer, meditation, and fasting

c)

They all teach about life values and helping others

d)

Polytheism is taught by all 3

e)

They all start in the Middle East/Southwest Asia

39.

The 4 noble truths

a)

Buddhism

b)

Hinduism

c)

Sikhism

d)

Confucianism

e)

Taoism

40.

Which of these describes the symbol of Buddhism

a)

The Aum

b)

The Wheel of Dharma

c)

The Yin and Yang

d)

The Star of David

e)

the crescent moon and star

41.

All religious philosophies share a practice of attending worship/meditation services. Christians attend _____, Muslims attend _____, and Jews attend ______

a)

 

Mosques, churches, synagogues


b)

 

Synagogues, mosques, churches


c)

 

Qurans, Churches, Torahs


d)

 

churches, mosques, synagogues


e)

churches

temples, gurdwaras

42.

Compare and contrast Hinduism and Buddhism: which statement is accurate?

a)

Hinduism has no direct founder; while Buddhism was founded by Siddhartha Gautama

b)

They both believe in resurrection

c)

They are monotheistic

d)

  1. They both count Siddhartha Gautama as an important figure

e)

The are both polytheistic

43.

Compare and contrast Hinduism, Buddhism and Sikhism: which statement is accurate?

a)

  1. Sikhism, Buddhism, and Hinduism all originated in East Asia

b)

  1. Hinduism and Buddhism follow the 8 fold path; however, Sikhism follow the 5 Ks

c)

Hinduism is polytheistic, Buddhism is non-theistic, and Sikhism is monotheistic

d)

  1. All 3 religions are polytheistic and believe that Siddhartha Gautama is the Messiah 

44.

Compare and contrast Confucianism and Taoism:


a)

Confucianism focuses on nature and following one's own path while Taoism focuses on respect for authority and family.

b)

Confucianism focuses on respect for authority and family while Taoism focuses on following one's own path and nature.

c)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism both originated in India.

d)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism were both developed by Lao-Tzu.

45.

Compare and Contrast Confucianism and Taoism: which statement is accurate?

a)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism originated in Mesopotamia

b)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism originated in India

c)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism are both polytheistic

d)

  1. Confucianism and Taoism are more of a philosophy or way of life 

e)

Both are considered non-theistic (no dieties are worshipped)

46.

A woman believes that suffering comes from wanting things. She is working to stop all desire to end her suffering. How does her goal compare to the goal of someone following Hinduism?

a)

Both want to achieve Nirvana to escape the cycle of rebirth.

b)

She follows Buddhism and seeks Nirvana, while a Hindu seeks Moksha to unite with the universal soul.

c)

She wants to be reborn, while a Hindu wants to escape.

d)

There is no difference; they are following the same religion.

47.

How would you describe a symbol of Sikhism?

a)

  1. It is a sacred sound symbol called “om” or “Aum” and represents Universe

b)

  1. It is a Dharmachakra, or wheel of dharma, with 8 spokes representing the 8 fold path

c)

  1. It is a 6 pointed star, best known as the Star of David

d)

  1. It is the Khanda, made up of a double edged sword, 2 kirpans (smaller swords) and a circle in the center representing God

48.

  1. Which statement best compares Abrahamic religions and Eastern Asian philosophies?

a)

They all began in Southwest Asia

b)

Abrahamic religions focus more on one God, while many Eastern philosophies focus on behavior and balance

c)

Eastern philosophies are all monotheistic & Abrahamic religions are polytheistic

d)

Abrahamic religions reject moral teachings

49.


Which statement best compares the holy books of Christianity and Judaism?

a)

Christians use only the Torah, while Jews use the Holy Bible.

b)

Jews use the Old Testament, while Christians use only the New Testament of the Holy Bible.

c)

Jews use the Torah while Christians use both the Torah (Old Testament) and the New Testament which is the Holy Bible

d)

Both religions use the Quran as their primary scripture.

50.

  1. How does the view of life after death in Hinduism compare to that in Christianity?

a)

Both believe that you only live once on Earth.

b)

Both believe in reincarnation, or coming back to life in a new form.

c)

Hindus believe in reincarnation based on karma, while Christians generally believe in an afterlife in heaven or hell.

d)

Christians believe in karma, while Hindus believe in judgment day.

e)

Both believe in resurrection in the afterlife

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