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Religion and Society Area of Study 1
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Which of these is an example of a religious symbol?
A national flag
The cross in Christianity
The United Nations logo
The periodic table
2
What is one key function of religion in society?
Selling products
Entertainment
Providing social cohesion
promoting conflict
3
In Judaism, which text contains ethical teachings?
The Qur'an
The Bhagavad Gita
The Torah
The Vedas
4
The Islamic concept of
Halal
refers to:
Permissible actions
Prayers
Forbidden actions
Sacred places
5
How does religion influence ethical decision making?
By controlling the government
By enforcing laws
By offering moral guidelines
By preventing freedom of thought
6
In Buddhism, what is the ultimate goal of life?
To perform daily sacrifices
To follow the Ten Commandments
To gain wealth and status
To achieve enlightenment (Nirvana)
7
Which of the following is NOT one of the 9 aspects of religion?
Symbols
Economic system
Sacred texts
Rituals
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Which is an example of a religious ritual?
Watching a movie
Baptism
Choir performance
Graduation
9
Which of the following best defines a belief system?
A book of sacred laws
A set of financial rules
A structured set of principles that guide a person’s worldview and actions
A legal document defining religious rights
10
Which religion is the most followed in the world?
Judaism
Christianity
Islam
Hinduism
11
What is a key feature of a polytheistic religion?
Belief in multiple gods
Belief in no gods
Belief in one God
Following the Bible
12
What is the difference between religion and spirituality?
Religion is institutional, spirituality is personal
They mean the same thing
Spirituality requires a church
Religion is always peaceful
13
What is the belief in one God called?
Monotheism
Atheism
Pantheism
Polytheism
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In Christianity, what is the Golden Rule?
Survival of the fittest
Treat others how you want to be treated
An eye for an eye
Two wrongs don't make a right
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Which aspect of religion refers to the rules that guide behaviour?
Social structure
Sacred stories
Rituals
Ethics
16
Which of these is an example of how religion interacts with politics?
The Lord's Prayer recited in Parliament
Praying before meals
Churches influencing laws
Religious leaders voting
17
In Hinduism, the cycle of rebirth is called:
Nirvana
Moksha
Karma
Samsara
18
The Buddhist ethical principle of
Ahimsa
means:
Charity
Non-violence
Truthfulness
Meditation
19
In Buddhism, suffering is explained through:
The Nicene Creed
The Four Noble Truths
The Five Pillars
The Ten Commandments
20
Which of the following is NOT one of the five major world religions?
Christianity
Hinduism
Judaism
Jainism
21
What is the main difference between a religion and a cult?
Religions focus on worship, while cults focus on science
Religions are older and more accepted, cults are newer and controversial
Cults believe in multiple gods, religions have one
There is no difference between the two
22
What is an example of an individual spiritual experience?
Attending a weekly religious service
Watching a religious documentary
Praying alone
Reading a history book
23
In Hinduism, what is the law of cause and effect known as?
Samsara
Dharma
Moksha
Karma
24
Which of the following is NOT a role of religion?
Dictating scientific theories
Providing rituals and ceremonies
Creating personal identity
Answering existential questions
25
Religion can be a source of:
All of the above
Social unity
Personal meaning
Social division
26
The Five Pillars of Islam include:
Fasting, faith, reincarnation, prayer, and silence
Prayer, charity, fasting, pilgrimage, and faith
Diet, prayer, meditation, offerings, and faith
Commandments, tithing, meditation, pilgrimage, and law
27
A person who does not believe in any religion is called:
Monotheist
Theist
Atheist
Agnostic
28
What is an example of interfaith dialogue?
A Muslim and a Christian discussing their beliefs
A football game
A science experiment
A political debate
29
Which of the following is a principle of Catholic Social Teaching?
The dignity of the human person
The power of the state
The importance of wealth
The rule of kings
30
What is secularism?
The separation of religion from public life
The belief in multiple gods
The blending of different faiths
The worship of nature
31
What is a challenge religion faces in contemporary society?
Increased secularism
Growing membership
More government funding
Fewer ethical issues
32
What is the holiest city in Islam?
Jerusalem
Mecca
Rome
Varanasi
33
Which of the following is a characteristic often associated with cults?
A long history and established traditions
Isolation from society and extreme devotion to a leader
Encouragement of questioning and critical thinking
Open and democratic leadership
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Which of the following is an ethical issue that religions address?
Dress Standards
Movie Ratings
Organ Donation
Climate Change
