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Unit 5 World Religions
Unit 5 World Religions
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praying 5 times a day, making a pilgrimage to Mecca, & giving money to the poor are behaviors influenced by
Buddhism
Hinduism
Islam
Christianity
2
Most U.S. school districts have a break when Christians celebrate Christmas. This is an example of
special interest groups advocating for change
religious practices influencing culture
philosophical ideas changing religious practices
economic decisions impacting school policies
3
What do Jews celebrate during Rosh Hashanah?
the beginning of the New Year
the founding of Israeli independence
the end of Jewish slavery
the writing of the Torah
4
Although Christmas is a Christian celebration, it is a public holiday in the U.S. -Which best explains why?
all religions in the U.S. celebrate Christmas
most Americans enjoy exchanging gifts with friends
everyone likes to have the day off work
the majority of Americans today are Christians
5
Ramadan is a month-long celebration where Muslims
make a pilgrimage (Hajj) to Mecca in Saudi Arabia
refrain from eating or drinking during daylight
pray 5 times a day facing towards Mecca
sleep only 4 hours during the night
6
Followers of ___ seek to do no harm (even wearing masks & using brooms to avoid swallowing or stepping on insects)
Muslims
Sikhs
Christians
Jains (followers of Jainism)
7
This symbol represents
the Khanda
the Aum /Om
The Middle Way
The Noble Eightfold Path
8
Which of the following is a cultural norm in Saudi Arabia that is influenced by religion?
men & women are allowed to serve in political office
men & women speak different languages
men & women mix freely in social situations
men & women are expected to dress modestly
9
Which of these is an accurate generalization about the relationship of religion, philosophy, & culture?
culture never includes philosophy or religion
all philosophies are religions as well
all cultures have the same religion
the religions of some cultures include philosophies
10
What event do some people celebrate on Christmas day
birth of Jesus
completion of the Bible
fleeing from Rome
parting of the Red Sea
11
Which religion is based partly on the 5 Pillars of Faith
Judaism
Catholicism
Christianity
Islam
12
Which religion was established by a former prince who rejected the caste system
Islam
Buddhism
Animism
Christianity
13
Hanukkah: Judaism :: Diwali:
Hinduism
Sikhism
Islam
Christianity
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Judaism & Christianity share a common belief in
the role of Jesus
the existence of one God
reincarnation
the New Testament
15
The Hajj is the Muslim_____ that all Muslims are expected to make at least once in their lifetime.
pilgrimage to Mecca
pilgrimage to Jerusalem
prayer at the mosques
celebration of Ramadan
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Buddhism teaches that enlightenment can be achieved by
learning to give up selfish desires (wants)
following the Ten Commandments
making a pilgrimage (Hajj) to Mecca
worshiping only one God
