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The Five Pillars of Islam refer to
required acts of worship for Muslims.
the ways to spread Islam in the world.
the Qur'an, or Muslim holy book.
ways to becoming a prophet of Islam.
2
The Torah is
the sacred book of Solomon
a place where Jews gather to pray.
another name for the Ten Commandments.
the holy book of Judaism.
3
Which of the following was a result of the Jewish Diaspora?
Jews were dispersed across the Middle East.
Rome became the new Jewish homeland.
Rabbis were unable to record any of the Jewish teachings.
Much of the Jewish tradition was lost.
4
Monotheism is the belief
that animals are sacred and holy beings.
in one God.
that God made an agreement with Abraham.
in multiple gods.
5
In which empire did Jesus live?
Assyrian
Roman
Carthaginian
Persian
6
According to Hinduism, how does one achieve Moksha?
by choosing only one god or goddess to worship
by memorizing the Upanishads and Vedas
by living spiritually and freeing one's self from karma
by striving to disregard one's dharma
7
Which of the following is NOT an Abrahamic religion?
Christianity
Islam
Judaism
Hinduism
8
Which of these BEST describes Confucius' ideas about filial piety?
Children should always respect those in a higher class
The biggest part of filial piety is the need to be in charge
Adults are not expected to respect kid's needs or desires.
Filial piety is seen as minor in the 5 basic relationships.
9
Which religion we've studied is largest by population?
Christianity
Hinduism
Islam
Confucianism
10
According to Buddhist teachings, the Eightfold Path
applies only to those practicing Zen Buddhism.
offers a way to achieve enlightenment.
will increase desires in life.
is the only way to find pleasure in life.
11
The caste system in India is an example of
Buddhism's teachings on nonviolence spreading in Asia.
the influence of Hinduism on Indian society.
an outcome from the Jewish Diaspora.
Christian teachings regarding the Trinity.
12
Which social class is the top class, according to Hinduism?
Brahmins (priests)
Kshatriyas (warriors)
Vaishyas (merchants)
Shudras (servants)
13
According to Buddhism, what is the cause of suffering?
the Caste System
desire
karma
not believing in God
14
According to the teachings of Islam, Muhammad was
once the wealthiest man in the world.
responsible for building more shrines in the Ka'bah.
a prophet chosen by Allah.
the king of Mecca.
15
Jesus rose from the dead after three days. What do Christians call this event?
baptism
the Resurrection
Holy Communion
crucifixion
16
Which of the following is the holy book of Islam?
Vedas
Bible
Qu'ran
Torah
17
According the Buddhist beliefs, Siddhartha Gautama became the Buddha by
teaching his ideals across India.
meditating and achieving nirvana.
living among poverty and disease in India.
recording the Four Noble Truths for followers of Buddhism.
18
The Mandate of Heaven refers to
belief that a ruler's power stemmed from divine authority.
the law banning traditional worship of dead ancestors.
traditional Chinese literature and philosophy.
the belief that Confucianism should be the state religion.
19
According to Christianity, Jesus is considered to be
one of many prophets.
the son of God.
an apostle.
a disciple.
20
Which of the Abrahamic religions is the oldest?
Judaism
Islam
Christianity
