A similarity between Shinto in Japan and animism in African societies is that both

believe that spirits exist in nature

Which conclusion is most valid based on these statements related to belief systems?

Water plays an important role in these belief systems

Which generalization can be made based on these statements?

Leaders are often influenced by cultural belief systems

The practice of Islam throughout much of West Africa is evidence that

Islam spread beyond the borders of the Arabian Peninsula

A goal of modern-day religious fundamentalism is to

Maintain traditional religious values in society

Believers of Hinduism are expected to

Fulfill their dharma for a favorable reincarnation

Which characteristic is associated with both Akbar the Great & Suleiman the Magnificent?

Practicing religious tolerance toward members of society

One similarity between Japanese Shintoism and African animism is the belief that

everything in nature has a spirit and should be respected

One way in which the Indian leaders Asoka & Akbar the Great are similar is that they are both

Best known for promoting religious toleration

Which generalization is supported by the information in these four statements?

In many religions, a range of beliefs often exists

Which belief is shared by an African who practices animism and a Japanese who practices Shinto?

spirits exist in both living and nonliving things

The five relationships taught by Confucius encouraged people to

Maintain social and political order

Which Confucian principle is reflected in this statement?

The ruler must set an example for the people

Which quotation from Confucius is most similar to the Golden Rule of Judeo-Christian teaching?

"Do not do to others what you do not wish for yourself"

Which values are most closely associated with the fundamental principles of Buddhism?

Practicing nonviolence and giving up worldly desires

What is the main idea of this passage?

Religious tolerance in Muslim Spain fostered a rich culture

One way in which the Five Relationship, the Ten Commandments & the Eightfold Path are similar

is that they provide codes of behavior

The Ten Commandments, the Eightfold Path, and the Five Pillars of Faith each serve to

Provide followers with a guide for living

Confucianism had a strong impact on the development of China mainly because this philosophy

Provided a basis for social order

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1
Muslims’ references to Christians and Jews as “People of the Book” demonstrates they all shared
a belief in the five relationships
a belief in the pope
a belief in monotheism
a belief in Dharma
2
The introduction of Buddhism into Japan and of Christianity into Africa are examples of
Modernization
Cultural diffusion
Ethnic conflict
Isolation
3
Christianity, Islam, and Judaism are similar in that they ask their followers to
strive for nirvana
Follow a code of behavior
practice polytheism
believe in reincarnation
4
In the practice of religion, the Ten Commandments are to Christianity as the Eightfold Path is
to Daoism
to Buddhism
to Shinto
to Islam
5
A similarity between Shinto in Japan and animism in African societies is that both
stress the importance of the eightfold path
base social rank on a caste system
use the Torah to establish law codes
believe that spirits exist in nature
6
What belief is shared by Hindus and Buddhists?
Material wealth is a sign of the blessing of the gods
Everyone should have the same social status
People should pray five times a day
The soul can be reincarnated
7
Which conclusion is most valid based on these statements related to belief systems?
Water plays an important role in these belief systems
The Middle East was the birthplace of these belief systems
Pilgrimages to mountains are encouraged by these religions
Understanding nature is a requirement of these religions
8
Which generalization can be made based on these statements?
Many political leaders discouraged religious toleration
Leaders are often influenced by cultural belief systems
Christianity has been a dominant force in Europe and India
Religions have had little impact on the rise of empires
9
The practice of Islam throughout much of West Africa is evidence that
Islam originated in West Africa & spread to the Middle East
Chinese trade carried Islamic beliefs to West Africa
Europeans encouraged Islamic beliefs
Islam spread beyond the borders of the Arabian Peninsula
10
A goal of modern-day religious fundamentalism is to
Maintain traditional religious values in society
Adopt secular attitudes instead of religious beliefs.
Encourage the practice of other religions
Combine the religious teachings of Islam and Christianity
11
This statue is most closely associated with which religion?
Islam
Buddhism
Christianity
Jainism
12
Believers of Hinduism are expected to
Follow the Eightfold path to achieve enlightenment
Obey the Ten Commandments
Complete a pilgrimage to Mecca
Fulfill their dharma for a favorable reincarnation
13
The diagram illustrates the key concepts of which religion
Buddhism
Christianity
Islam
Hinduism
14
Which characteristic is associated with both Akbar the Great & Suleiman the Magnificent?
Practicing religious tolerance toward members of society
Expanding the role of legislative bodies
Promoting equal rights for women
Forcing the conversion of citizens to Christianity
15
One similarity between Japanese Shintoism and African animism is the belief that
people's moral conduct determines their afterlife
only one god exists in the universe
religious statues should be erected to honor the gods
everything in nature has a spirit and should be respected
16
This translated quotation from the Qur'an [Koran] refers to
Buddha
Muhammad
Shiva
Allah
17
Which text is essential to the practice of Islam?
Analects
Torah
Qur'an (Koran)
New Testament
18
Which area was most affected by both Islam & Buddhism in the period from 200 B.C. to A.D. 1450?
Arabian Peninsula
Japanese islands
Indian subcontinent
Coastal China
19
The spread of Islam into the kingdoms of Ghana and Mali resulted from
Cultural diffusion
Self-determination
Ethnocentrism
Imperialism
20
Shintoism and animism share a belief in the importance of
holy books
spirits in nature
missionaries
reincarnation
21
The situation described in the passage led to the
Fall of Constantinople
Tensions between Protestants and Catholics
Pogroms in Russia
Division of Sunnis and Shiites
22
One way in which the Indian leaders Asoka & Akbar the Great are similar is that they are both
Best known for promoting enslavement of prisoners
Best known for promoting religious toleration
Best known for promoting the spread of Buddhism
Best known for promoting special taxes for Hindus
23
Which generalization is supported by the information in these four statements?
In many religions, a range of beliefs often exists
Religion is becoming less important to people
A hierarchy of leadership exists in all religions
A belief in a god is common to all religions
24
Each of these statements reflects the concept of
Cultural diffusion
Civil disobedience
isolationism
Urbanization
25
These statements illustrate a result of
Westernization
Fundamentalism
Cultural diffusion
Economic nationalism
26
Which belief system is associated with the terms Eightfold Path, Four Noble Truths & nirvana?
Buddhism
Judaism
Shinto
Christianity
27
According to the map, by A.D. 750 Islam had spread from
Senegal to India
Mecca to Asia Minor
The Indus River to Spain
Cairo to Tours
28
Which speaker is expressing an idea from a polytheistic religion?
B
D
C
A
29
Which pair of belief systems shares a belief that spirits reside in natural objects and forms?
Christianity and Buddhism
Islam and Judaism
Shintoism and animism
Hinduism and Confucianism
30
Which belief is shared by an African who practices animism and a Japanese who practices Shinto?
periodic fasting is essential to spiritual purity
all suffering is caused by desire and selfishness
only one god rules the universe
spirits exist in both living and nonliving things
31
The five relationships taught by Confucius encouraged people to
Serve the needs of religious leaders
Improve their position in life
Respect and worship nature
Maintain social and political order
32
Which belief system was the basis for civil service exams of the Han, Tang & Song dynasties?
Legalism
Daoism
Confucianism
Buddhism
33
Which speaker refers to the establishment of Islam?
C
A
B
D
34
Which term is most closely related to these three actions?
hadj (hajj)
Nirvana
Animism
Filial piety
35
Which concept is best reflected in this passage?
Baptism
Monotheism
Karma
Animism
36
In China,the development of civil service examinations and a belief in filial piety reflect the
Influence of Jainism
Influence of Shinto
Influence of Confucianism
Influence of Buddhism
37
Which religion is most closely associated with the social class system in the diagram?
Animism
Hinduism
Daoism
Catholicism
38
Which practice is most closely associated with a person of the Islamic faith?
Worshipping many gods
Following the Eightfold Path
Praying five times a day
Refraining from eating meat on Fridays
39
Which Confucian principle is reflected in this statement?
The ruler must set an example for the people
Respect for elders is the foundation of civilization
Virtue increases with education
Compassion and sympathy for others is important
40
One similarity between animism and Shinto is that people who follow these belief systems
worship spirits in nature
are required to make pilgrimages
practice filial piety
are monotheistic
41
Which quotation from Confucius is most similar to the Golden Rule of Judeo-Christian teaching?
"By nature, men are alike, learning sets them apart."
"Do not do to others what you do not wish for yourself"
"If a ruler is upright, all will go well without order"
"While parents are alive, a son should not travel far"
42
Which values are most closely associated with the fundamental principles of Buddhism?
Practicing nonviolence and giving up worldly desires
self-determination and democracy
maintaining the caste system & providing education for all
competition and financial success
43
Followers of which religion engage in these practices?
Islam
Judaism
Buddhism
Christianity
44
What is the main idea of this passage?
Religious tolerance in Muslim Spain fostered a rich culture
The Torah and the Bible were rejected in Muslim Spain
Spain was troubled by deep-rooted religious conflicts
Arabs, Jews, & Christians shared houses & places of worship
45
Thispassagedescribestheexperienceofafollower of
Christianity
Islam
Hinduism
Judaism
46
One way in which the Five Relationship, the Ten Commandments & the Eightfold Path are similar
is that they establish gender equality
is that they describe secularism
is that they provide codes of behavior
is that they promote polytheism
47
The Ten Commandments, the Eightfold Path, and the Five Pillars of Faith each serve to
Provide followers with a guide for living
Establish systems of justice
Provide regulations for government workers
Establish distinctions between social classes
48
Confucianism had a strong impact on the development of China mainly because this philosophy
Provided a basis for social order
Established a basic structure for military rule
Stressed the importance of the individual
Contained the framework for a communist government
49
Which belief system is considered monotheistic?
Shinto
Jainism
Judaism
Daoism
50
According to Buddhist principles, believers can end personal suffering by
eliminating selfish desires
doing good deeds
relying on divine help
making pilgrimages to Mecca
51
Which belief system is considered monotheistic?
Judaism
Animism
Confucianism
Shinto
52
The belief systems of Daoism, Shinto, and animism stress
Proper behavior to maintain social order
Acceptance of monotheism to achieve salvation
Harmony with nature to live in peace
Obedience to caste rules to achieve moksha
53
These sites symbolize the
Geographic isolation of the city
Roman domination of the Mediterranean in the 1st Century
Limited architectural skills of builders in the Middle East
Cultural diversity of the Middle East
54
Which belief is most closely associated with the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama [Buddha]?
People are born into a specific caste
Followers must fast during Ramadan
People can overcome desire by following the eight-fold path
Believers must follow the Ten Commandments
55
Which belief or practice is expressed in this quotation
Fasting and prayer
Monotheism
Rigid class structure
Reincarnation
56
One similarity between Confucianism and Christianity is that both belief systems emphasize
Converting others to their teachings
Making pilgrimages to holy shrines
Respecting others
Praying five times a day
57
Which belief system is described in this passage?
Christianity
Buddhism
Islam
Confucianism
58
Which religion requires fasting during Ramadan, prayer 5 times a day & a pilgrimage to Mecca?
Christianity
Islam
Judaism
Hinduism
59
Which concept is most closely associated with this map of Asia?
Urbanization
Cultural diffusion
Colonization
Nonalignment
60
The doctrines of the Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and Protestant churches are all based on
The leadership of the pope
The principles of Christianity
The teaching of Muhammad
The concept of reincarnation
61
A person who practices Hinduism would most likely
Pray facing Mecca
Worship in a synagogue
Believe the Vedas are sacred
Make a pilgrimage to Jerusalem
62
Filial Piety and the five relationships are most often associated with
Hinduism
Confucianism
Daoism
Animism
63
The diagram shows the relationship between individuals in a society according to the ideas of
Mohammed
Siddhartha Gautama
Confucius
Moses
64
Which philosophy is associated with the development of the Chinese civil service system?
Buddhism
Confucianism
Daoism
Legalism
65
Judaism, Islam, and Christianity share a belief in
teaching of the Koran (Qur'an)
papal supremacy
An ethical code of conduct and monotheism
reincarnation and the Four Noble Truths
66
Which belief is most closely associated with the philosophy of Confucianism?
Prayer
Nirvana
Reincarnation
Filial Piety
67
The religious terms Four Noble Truths, Eightfold Path, & Nirvana are associated with
Judaism
Buddhism
Shintoism
Islam
68
Prince Shotoku's statement indicates the influence of the ideas of
Muhammad
Confucius
Emperor Hirohito
Genghis Khan
69
Which action is most closely associated with polytheism?
worshipping many gods
accepting the eightfold path
praying in a synagogue
reading the Koran
70
What is the best conclusion based on the information provided by this map?
Islam became the dominant religion in many diverse cultures
Islam was slow to expand from its origin in Persia
Islam spread to regions that had cultures similar to Arabia
Islam’s influence is rapidly decreasing in the modern world
71
What is one way in which animism, Shinto, and Daoism are similar?
emphasis on harmony with nature
monotheistic belief systems
reliance on the teachings of the Vedas
belief in the idea of nirvana
72
Which religion includes the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and nirvana?
Buddhism
Judaism
Hinduism
Christianity
73
The terms Brahma, dharma, and moksha are most closely associated with which religion?
Animism
Hinduism
Judaism
Islam
74
In China, Confucianism emphasized the idea that
individual goals are ahead of the needs of group needs
Harmony is achieved by the proper behavior of everyone
salvation can be attained by prayer meditation, & good deeds
equality should exist between all members of society
75
One way in which the Eightfold Path & the Five Pillars of Faith are similar is that these rules
stress the spiritual being in all natural objects
suggest a deep respect for nature and reincarnation
represent codes of behavior
restrict social mobility
76
Akbar the Great tried to unify the Mughal Empire & create peace between different Indians by
Forcing all people to adopt modern dress
Promoting a policy of religious toleration
Building the Taj Mahal to inspire healing
Establishing Buddhism as the state religion
77
Which two belief systems teach that there are spirits in nature?
Shinto and animism
Judaism and Christianity
Hinduism and Confucianism
Islam and Buddhism
78
Which Chinese philosophy best completes this graphic organizer?
Maoism
Legalism
Daoism
Confucianism
79
Which concept is illustrated in this diagram?
Encomienda
Manorialism
Apartheid
Caste
80
Which region was the birthplace of Confucianism Buddhism, and Hinduism?
South America
Europe
Africa
Asia

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