Hinduism: Beliefs and Practices - Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which of these is something we made, not found in nature?

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Glass

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Wood

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Water

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Metal

Question 2

Which of the following materials is transparent?

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Glass

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Wood

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Metal

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Paper

Question 3

In Hinduism, which holy book is considered the most sacred?

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Vedas

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Bhagavad Gita

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Ramayana

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Upanishads

Question 4

How are some Hindus addressing the issue of Climate Change?

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Reducing their carbon footprint

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Building more temples

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Praying for rain

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Ignoring the problem

Question 5

How has globalization affected the practice of Hinduism worldwide?

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Globalization has made it easier for people to learn about and practice Hinduism, no matter where they live.

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Globalization has caused a decrease in Hinduism because people are adopting Western ways of life.

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Globalization has not affected the practice of Hinduism, which is still only practiced in India.

Question 6

In Hinduism, what is the meaning of the word 'dharma'?

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Doing what is right and following your duties

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Being reborn into a new life

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The consequences of your actions

Question 7

In Hinduism, what happens to a person's soul after they die?

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It is reborn into a new body.

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It goes to heaven or hell.

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It becomes a ghost.

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It disappears.

Question 8

How does the belief in karma influence the way Hindus live their lives?

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Hindus believe their actions now will affect their future lives, so they strive to live well to earn good karma and avoid bad karma.

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Hindus don't believe in karma and live as they please.

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Hindus only care about their own karma and not how their actions affect others.

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Hindus don't believe in karma because it's too complex.

Question 9

Which holy book in Hinduism contains stories and teachings about the religion?

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The Vedas

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The Bible

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The Quran

Question 10

What is 'yoga' and where did it originate from?

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Yoga is a practice that involves stretching and breathing exercises to relax the body and mind. It originated in Hinduism, an ancient Indian religion.

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Yoga is a type of music played on special instruments in India.

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Yoga is a dance performed in Hindu temples.

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Yoga is a way to connect with nature by sitting under trees and meditating.

Question 11

In Hinduism, which book is considered the most sacred?

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The Vedas

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The Quran

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The Torah

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The Bible

Question 12

What is the Hindu belief in rebirth and reincarnation called?

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Samsara

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Dharma

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Karma

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Moksha

Question 13

Which Hindu festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil?

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Dussehra

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Holi

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Navratri

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Diwali

Question 14

What is the ultimate goal of a person's life in Hinduism?

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To attain Moksha (liberation)

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To achieve fame and riches

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To follow all the religious rules

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To have a big and happy family

Question 15

Which of these is NOT a major Hindu god?

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Jesus

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Vishnu

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Shiva

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Krishna

Question 16

Who is the religious leader in Hinduism?

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Guru

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Priest

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Imam

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Rabbi

Question 17

Which animal is sacred in Hinduism?

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Cow

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Horse

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Dog

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Cat

Question 18

Which river is considered holy by Hindus?

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Ganges

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Nile

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Thames

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Amazon

Question 19

What symbol represents good luck in Hinduism?

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Swatiska

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Cross

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Star of David

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Horseshoe

Question 20

What is the ultimate goal that Hindus believe people should strive for?

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To escape the cycle of rebirth and unite with the divine

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To accumulate wealth and material possessions

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To experience happiness and live a fulfilling life

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To become a renowned spiritual leader

Question 21

Which Hindu deity is the god of creation, preservation, and destruction?

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Brahma

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Vishnu

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Shiva

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Ganesha

Question 22

According to Hindu beliefs, what happens to people after they die?

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They are reborn as a different person or animal.

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They go to heaven or hell.

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They become ghosts.

Question 23

What is something that people do to celebrate the Hindu festival of Diwali?

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Decorate homes with colorful lights

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Share gifts with family and friends

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Carve pumpkins and wear scary costumes

Question 24

What is the holy book of Hinduism?

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The Vedas

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Quran

Question 25

What is the concept in Hinduism that explains the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth?

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Reincarnation

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Karma

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Dharma

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Moksha

Question 26

Who is NOT a major Hindu deity?

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Jesus

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Brahma

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Vishnu

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Shiva

Question 27

What is the name of the yearly Hindu festival of lights?

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Diwali

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Holi

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Navratri

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Ramadan

Question 28

Which of the following is a holy river in Hinduism?

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The Ganges

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The Nile

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The Amazon

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The Yangtze

Question 29

What is the main goal of a Hindu's life?

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To achieve moksha

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To become wealthy

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To have a huge family

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To live a long life

Question 30

Which of the following is a symbol of Hinduism?

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Om

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The cross

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The crescent moon

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The Star of David

Question 31

What do you call a Hindu place of worship?

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Mandir

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Church

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Mosque

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Gurudwara

Question 32

What is the name of the most important holy book in Hinduism?

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The Vedas

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Quran

Question 33

In Hinduism, what is the cycle of rebirth called?

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Samsara

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Karma

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Moksha

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Dharma

Question 34

Which symbol is considered sacred in Hinduism?

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The swastika

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The cross

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The crescent moon

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The dove

Question 35

In Hinduism, what is the name for the belief that all living things have a soul?

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Atman

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Karma

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Moksha

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Dharma

Question 36

What is a common practice that Hindus believe helps them achieve moksha?

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Yoga

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Playing sports

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Reading the Vedas

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Watching television

Question 37

What is the name of the social system in Hinduism that divides people into different groups?

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The Varna system

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The Karma system

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The Dharma system

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The Moksha system

Question 38

Which of the following is a place of pilgrimage for Hindus?

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The Ganges River

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The White House

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The Sydney Opera House

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The Great Pyramids of Giza

Question 39

What is the name of the Hindu festival where people light lamps and fireworks?

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Diwali

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Holi

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Eid

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Christmas

Question 40

Which of the following is NOT a holy book of Hinduism?

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The Bible

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The Vedas

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The Puranas

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The Upanishads

Question 41

What is the belief that all living beings are reborn after death?

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Reincarnation

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Karma

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Moksha

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Dharma

Question 42

Which of the following is a major Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil?

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Diwali

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Holi

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Navratri

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Makar Sankranti

Question 43

What is the name of the river considered holy by Hindus?

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Ganges

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Yamuna

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Saraswati

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Brahmaputra

Question 44

What is the ultimate goal of a Hindu's life?

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To achieve moksha

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To become rich

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To gain wisdom

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To be happy

Question 45

Which of the following is a social system in Hinduism that divides people into different groups?

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Varna

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Ashrama

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Jnana

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Karma

Question 46

Who is the goddess of wealth and good fortune in Hinduism?

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Lakshmi

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Saraswati

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Kali

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Durga

Question 47

What is the name of the law of cause and effect in Hinduism?

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Karma

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Dharma

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Moksha

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Samsara

Question 48

In Hinduism, which five actions are considered the most serious sins that can harm your karma?

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Stealing, violence, pride, dishonesty, lying

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Laziness, anger, ignorance, envy, carelessness

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Murder, theft, adultery, drunkenness, gambling

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Lying, cheating, unkindness, disloyalty, disobedience

Question 49

Which of the following is not a belief in Hinduism?

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Only one god

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Many gods and goddesses

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Karma and reincarnation

Question 50

What action would make a Hindu happy and earn them good karma?

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Being kind to others

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Taking something without permission

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Eating meat

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Praying to many gods

Question 51

Which of these is a holy book in Hinduism?

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Vedas

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Bible

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Koran

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Torah

Question 52

Who is known as the creator god in Hinduism?

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Brahma

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Ganesha

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Vishnu

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Shiva

Question 53

What is the term for the belief that we are reborn after we die?

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Reincarnation

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Karma

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Dharma

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Moksha

Question 54

Which Hindu festival celebrates the victory of good over evil?

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Diwali

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Ganesha Chaturthi

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Navratri

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Holi

Question 55

What is the word for the duties and responsibilities that Hindus believe they should follow?

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Dharma

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Moksha

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Karma

Question 56

In Hinduism, achieving freedom from the cycle of reincarnation is called:

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Moksha

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Nirvana

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Dharma

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Samsara

Question 57

Which of these is NOT an important virtue for Hindus to follow?

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Greed

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Respect

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Truthfulness

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Compassion

Question 58

The sacred river in Hinduism is believed to be called:

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Ganges

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Brahmaputra

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Indus

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Yamuna

Question 59

Which of the following is an example of a traditional Hindu dance form?

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Bharatanatyam

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Salsa

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Flamenco

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Ballet

Question 60

The holy book of Hinduism, which contains sacred knowledge, is known as the:

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Vedas

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Ramayana

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Upanishads

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Bhagavad Gita

Question 61

Which of these is NOT considered a core belief of Hinduism?

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Monotheism (belief in one God)

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Karma

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Dharma

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Reincarnation

Question 62

The supreme and all-pervading spirit in Hinduism is called:

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Brahman

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Krishna

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Vishnu

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Shiva

Question 63

The festival that celebrates the triumph of good over evil in Hinduism is called:

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Diwali

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Holi

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Navratri

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Ganesha Chaturthi

Question 64

The ultimate goal of a Hindu's life, according to their beliefs, is:

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Moksha

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Samsara

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Dharma

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Nirvana