World Religions for Year 2: Explore Beliefs and Practices

Question 1

How do the beliefs of a religion shape the daily lives of its followers?

Accepted Answer

Religious beliefs guide people's moral choices and ethical behavior.

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Religious beliefs have no impact on people's daily lives.

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Religious beliefs only affect people's spiritual lives, not their everyday lives.

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Religious beliefs have no influence on people's cultural practices.

Question 2

What is the holy book of Islam called?

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Qur'an

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Bible

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Torah

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Vedas

Question 3

Which of these is NOT a major world religion?

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Science

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Christianity

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Islam

Question 4

What is the key difference between a religion and a set of ideas that is not religious?

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A religion usually involves beliefs and practices centered around a god or gods.

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A religion is based on faith alone, while non-religious ideas are based on reason.

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A religion is a community of believers, unlike non-religious beliefs which are held by individuals.

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A religion has sacred texts, while non-religious ideas do not.

Question 5

How do rituals help to make a religious community stronger?

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They give people a shared sense of identity and belonging.

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They encourage people to think more deeply about their beliefs.

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They raise money for important causes.

Question 6

Do some religions teach about caring for animals and the environment?

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Yes, some religions teach about caring for animals and the environment.

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No, no religions teach about caring for animals and the environment.

Question 7

Who founded the Christian religion?

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Jesus Christ

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Moses

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Muhammad

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Abraham

Question 8

What is a main difference between the beliefs of Christianity and Islam?

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Christians believe in the Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit), while Muslims believe in one God, Allah.

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Christians celebrate Christmas, while Muslims celebrate Eid.

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Christians and Muslims both pray facing a holy book.

Question 9

Why might some people choose not to eat meat for religious reasons?

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They believe killing animals is wrong.

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They believe it's healthier.

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They want to save money.

Question 10

What's the main difference between religion and spirituality?

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Religion has rules, while spirituality is about your own feelings about something bigger than yourself.

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Religion is about believing in God, while spirituality is about being kind.

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Religion is about going to a place of worship, while spirituality is about spending time alone.

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There's no difference between religion and spirituality.

Question 11

Which belief is unique to Christianity and not shared by Islam?

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Jesus is the Son of God.

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There is only one God.

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Prayer is a way to connect with God.

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Ramadan is a time for fasting and reflection.

Question 12

What do the Ten Commandments teach Christians about how to treat others?

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It's wrong to hurt others.

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It's important to pray every day.

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It's okay to break the rules sometimes.

Question 13

Some people's religious beliefs mean they can't eat certain foods. What problems might this cause?

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It can be hard to find food they can eat.

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They might not get all the nutrients they need.

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They might feel left out when others are eating.

Question 14

How have different religions and their beliefs shaped art and culture around the world?

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Religious beliefs have inspired artists to create beautiful paintings and sculptures that depict religious stories and figures.

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Religious beliefs have not influenced the development of music or architecture.

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All popular music styles, such as rock and roll and hip-hop, originated from religious beliefs.

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Religious beliefs have had no impact on the design of famous buildings like churches and temples.

Question 15

Some religions, like Hinduism, believe that when people die, they will be reborn as a different person, animal, or plant. How do you think this belief might affect the way people live their lives?

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They might be more likely to help others, because they believe their actions will have consequences in their future lives.

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They might be less likely to care about the environment, because they believe they will be reborn into a new life anyway.

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They might be more likely to take risks, because they believe that if they die, they will be reborn again.

Question 16

What are the roles of religious leaders like priests or imams?

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Lead religious ceremonies and prayers

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Teach about the religion

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Make rules for everyone

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Decide who can join the religion

Question 17

How have religious beliefs and practices contributed to the creation of new tools and technologies?

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Inspired the development of new tools and technologies to enhance religious practices.

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Led to the rejection of scientific theories that contradicted religious teachings.

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Provided no influence on the development of science and technology.

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Forced scientists to abandon their research if it challenged religious beliefs.

Question 18

What does 'ahimsa' mean?

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Treating all living things with kindness and compassion, even those different from us.

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Hurting or harming someone because they are different from us.

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Eating meat because it is necessary for our survival.

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Only being kind to those who are kind to us.

Question 19

In Hinduism, 'dharma' refers to the duties and responsibilities that each person has in life. How does this concept shape people's behavior in society?

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It guides people's actions and helps maintain social harmony and order.

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It tells people what to wear and eat.

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It only applies to religious leaders.

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It has no connection to social harmony or order.

Question 20

Which of these rules is NOT followed by both Christians and Muslims?

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Pray daily

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Be kind to others

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Don't steal

Question 21

Who do Christians believe Jesus is?

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God's son who came to save people from their sins

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Just a wise teacher who taught people how to live good lives

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The founder of Islam

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A made-up character created by early Christians

Question 22

What is the most important belief of Sikhism?

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There is only one God.

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People should pray to many different gods.

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Women are less important than men.

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Following strict rules about what you eat is very important.

Question 23

Which of these statements about Hinduism and Buddhism is incorrect?

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Buddhism has a founder but Hinduism does not.

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They both believe in reincarnation.

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They both have sacred texts.

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They both have a goal of reaching a state of liberation.

Question 24

How has religion influenced art and architecture?

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Religion has inspired beautiful paintings and sculptures.

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Religion has shaped the design and construction of buildings.

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Religion has no connection to art and architecture.

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Religion has only influenced music.

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a major world religion different from the others?

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Math

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Christianity

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Buddhism

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Islam

Question 26

Which holy book is used by Muslims?

Accepted Answer

Quran

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Bible

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Torah

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Vedas

Question 27

Who is thought to have started Christianity?

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Jesus

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Moses

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Muhammad

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Buddha

Question 28

Which religion has followers who pray facing in the direction of Mecca five times a day?

Accepted Answer

Islam

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Christianity

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Buddhism

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Hinduism

Question 29

What is the name of the Hindu festival of lights?

Accepted Answer

Diwali

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Christmas

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Easter

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Hanukkah

Question 30

Which religion involves fasting during the month of Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

Islam

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Christianity

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Buddhism

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Hinduism

Question 31

What is the name of the Jewish holy day when people ask for forgiveness for their sins?

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Yom Kippur

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Passover

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Hanukkah

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Rosh Hashanah

Question 32

Which of these is different from Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism?

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Science

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Christianity

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Islam

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Buddhism

Question 33

What is the holy book of Islam called?

Accepted Answer

Quran

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Bible

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Torah

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Vedas

Question 34

Which of these is a symbol of the Sikh religion?

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Turban

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Cross

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Crescent moon

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Star of David

Question 35

Where do Buddhists go to worship?

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Temple

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Church

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Mosque

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Synagogue

Question 36

Which religion believes in being reborn after death?

Accepted Answer

Hinduism

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Christianity

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Judaism

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Islam

Question 37

What is the Jewish festival of lights called?

Accepted Answer

Hanukkah

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Christmas

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Eid al-Fitr

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Diwali

Question 38

What should we not do when interacting with people of other religions?

Accepted Answer

Make fun of them

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Listen to their beliefs

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Talk to them about their religion

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Ask polite questions

Question 39

When learning about different religions, what is most important to remember?

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Respect and appreciate the beliefs of others

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All religions are the same

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Only your religion is right

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Never talk about religion

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a major world religion?

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Engineering

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Christianity

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Islam

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Buddhism

Question 41

According to Christians, what is the most important thing in life?

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Following the teachings of Jesus Christ

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Making money

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Being famous

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Having fun

Question 42

What is the holy book of Islam called?

Accepted Answer

The Quran

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Bhagavad Gita

Question 43

Which religion started in India?

Accepted Answer

Hinduism

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Christianity

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Buddhism

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Islam

Question 44

What is the name of the building where Muslims pray?

Accepted Answer

Mosque

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Church

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Synagogue

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Temple

Question 45

What is the most important teaching of Buddhism?

Accepted Answer

To follow the Eightfold Path

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To love your neighbour as yourself

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To believe in one God

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To live a simple life

Question 46

What is the difference between a religious belief and a religious practice?

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Beliefs are what you think, while practices are what you do

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Practices are what you think, while beliefs are what you do

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Beliefs and practices are the same thing

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I don't know

Question 47

Which of these is NOT a major world religion?

Accepted Answer

Science

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Christianity

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Islam

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Hinduism

Question 48

What is the holy book of Islam called?

Accepted Answer

The Quran

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Vedas

Question 49

Which religion believes in being reborn into a new life?

Accepted Answer

Hinduism

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Christianity

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Islam

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Judaism

Question 50

What is the special symbol of the Jewish religion?

Accepted Answer

The Star of David

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The cross

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The crescent moon

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The Om

Question 51

Which of these is a holy place for Hindus?

Accepted Answer

Temple

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Church

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Mosque

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Synagogue

Question 52

Who founded the Buddhist religion?

Accepted Answer

Siddhartha Gautama

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Jesus Christ

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Muhammad

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Moses

Question 53

What is the name of the big Christian celebration that remembers the birth of Jesus?

Accepted Answer

Christmas

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Hanukkah

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Diwali

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Eid al-Fitr

Question 54

Which of these is NOT a major world religion?

Accepted Answer

Magic

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Christianity

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Islam

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Buddhism

Question 55

What is the holy book of the Christian religion?

Accepted Answer

The Bible

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The Quran

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The Torah

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The Bhagavad Gita

Question 56

What is the name of a place of worship for Muslims?

Accepted Answer

Mosque

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Synagogue

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Church

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Temple

Question 57

Which religion has a sacred cow?

Accepted Answer

Hinduism

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Christianity

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Islam

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Buddhism

Question 58

What is the symbol of peace in Buddhism?

Accepted Answer

The lotus flower

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The cross

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The Star of David

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The Om symbol

Question 59

Which religion worships many gods?

Accepted Answer

Hinduism

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Christianity

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Islam

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Buddhism

Question 60

What is the name of the Jewish holiday that celebrates freedom?

Accepted Answer

Passover

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Christmas

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Easter

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Eid al-Fitr

Question 61

Who founded Islam?

Accepted Answer

Muhammad

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Jesus Christ

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Buddha

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Abraham

Question 62

Which of these is not a major world religion?

Accepted Answer

Science

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Christianity

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Islam

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Hinduism

Question 63

Which religion worships one God named Allah?

Accepted Answer

Islam

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Christianity

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Hinduism

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Buddhism

Question 64

Which religion uses a cross as its symbol?

Accepted Answer

Christianity

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Islam

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Hinduism

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Buddhism