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Lesson 15-Learning About World Religions: Hinduism (TCi)
Lesson 15-Learning About World Religions: Hinduism (TCi)
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1
For Hindus, bathing in the waters of the Ganges is
the first ritual in the Hindu wedding ceremony.
the only way they can escape the cycle of rebirth.
an act of devotion and purification.
a way to avoid following their dharma.
2
The Diwali festival commemorates the defeat of the evil demon Ravana, as told in the
Varna Dharma.
Kshatriyas.
Shudras.
Ramayana.
3
According to Hindu belief, Brahman
is a supreme power, or divine force.
is constantly creating, destroying, and re-creating the universe.
all of the above
includes everything in the world, including the human soul.
4
This Indian man is caring for his soul by performing yoga, which is considered part of a common
dharma
karma
atman
Vedas
5
This photo shows a Hindu temple in Bangladesh. What is the purpose of this building?
to serve as the last resting place for Hindus who have died
to provide a space for Hindus to express their love of their deities
to house the poor, care for the sick, and feed the hungry
to offer protection to the local population from outside invaders
6
Why do cows have a special place in Hinduism?
Cows are symbolic of the reverence for life.
The only meat that Hindus can eat is beef.
The greatest Hindu deity is often depicted as a cow.
Cows represent health, wealth, and happiness.
7
The formula for Area of a Triangle is A=\frac{bh}{2}
True
False
8
This weeks PBIS is MYOB
False
True
9
Mrs. Webb's favorite candy is
Twix
Hersheys
Kit Kat
Milky Way
10
How many students have DG as their initials?
4
5
3
2
11
What do all the candles in this picture symbolize?
the rebirth of the soul
the love of family
the beginning of spring
the triumph of good over evil
12
Every Friday it's our
AVID Day or College Shirt Day
Disney day
Eagle Pride Shirt Day
Alien Face Paint
13
Faithful Hindus still come to the Ganges on holy journeys called
Pilgrimages
Reincarnation
Samsara
Purification
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If Hindus live according to their dharma, they
follow the law.
fulfill their obligations.
perform their duties.
all the above
15
Which statement about Hindu temples is true?
They do not include images of their deities, because Hinduism forbids that
Hindu temples can be built however the local population wishes
Hindu temples are all very simple in form, with no carvings or sculptures
Built according to ancient directions about their location & structure
16
What does it mean for Hindus to follow the dharma of their varna?
They withdraw from society and spend their days in prayer.
They escape the cycle of rebirth and are united with Brahman.
They fulfill the duties and obligations of their social class.
They acknowledge the social superiority of the untouchables.
17
According to Hindus, karma is
the supreme power, or divine force, that is greater than all other deities.
all of the good and evil that a person had done in past lives.
a collection of sacred Hindu writings, including verses, hymns, & prayers.
the obligations and duties that a person is expected to fulfill.
18
Which Hindu festival is taking place in this picture?
Ravana
Vishnu
Diwali
Indra
19
Today, the most important Hindu deities are Brahma, Vishnu, and
Ravana
Shiva
Rama
Indra
20
According to Hindu belief, what can people do to be released from samsara?
perform good actions to improve their karma
follow their dharma and worship Brahman faithfully
all of the above
21
This weeks quote is
I get smarter when I don't practice.
When I don't know, I quit.
I get smarter when I practice.
When I don't know, I keep trying.
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According to Hindu belief, how is Brahman related to the other deities?
The other deities in Hinduism are equal in power to Brahman.
The other deities in Hinduism are various forms of Brahman.
Brahman is the humblest deity who serves all of the others.
Brahman represents the human soul and is weaker than all other deities.
