Comparative Religions Quiz 1 - Comparative Religion - Who, What, Why, How

Question 1

True or False: Sacred texts record and preserve teachings in most religions.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

True or False? The Qur'an is the sacred scripture for Islam.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 3

What word is used to describe the Buddhist insight referring to "the law of the deed and its result"?

Accepted Answer

Karma

Question 4

The Hindu understanding of the ________ or "soul essence" refers to that which is ultimate and real about our existence.

Accepted Answer

Atman

Question 5

Which of the following will NOT be examined throughout this course?

Accepted Answer

Witchcraft

Question 6

These 3 religions - the great monotheistic religions - all trace themselves to the common patriarch, Abraham.

Accepted Answer

Judaism, Chistianity and Islam

Question 7

The Buddha was a spiritual seeker in the 6th century B.C.E. in what country?

Accepted Answer

India

Question 8

Sunni Muslims and Shi'ite Muslims share the same belief system, teachings and practices without disagreement.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 9

Who is a foundational figure in Christianity?

Accepted Answer

Jesus

Question 10

According to Lecture 1, how many definitions of religion are there?

Accepted Answer

5

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