What is Religion? - Interactive Learning Quizzes for Year 7 Religious Education

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of religion?

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Focuses primarily on personal gain

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Involves beliefs about the supernatural

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Includes rituals and practices

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Provides a sense of community

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of religion?

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A focus on scientific evidence and reason

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Belief in a divine being or power

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A set of sacred texts or scriptures

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Specific rituals and practices

Question 3

What is the term for a person who actively practices and follows a religion?

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Believer

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Deity

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Atheist

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Prophet

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a monotheistic religion, where followers believe in only one God?

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Christianity

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Buddhism

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Hinduism

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Animism

Question 5

What is the primary difference between a religion and a philosophy?

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Religions involve beliefs in the supernatural and the divine, while philosophies focus on human reason and logic.

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Religions are based on faith and tradition, while philosophies are based on evidence and rational thinking.

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Philosophies typically have specific founders, while religions do not.

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Religions emphasize personal salvation and afterlife, while philosophies focus on ethical living and personal growth.

Question 6

Which of the following is the sacred text of Islam?

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Qur'an

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Torah

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Bible

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Bhagavad Gita

Question 7

Which of the following is not a key feature of religion?

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Focus on the natural world

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Belief in a higher power or spiritual realm

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Rules and practices that guide behavior

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A sense of community and belonging

Question 8

What is the holy book of Islam called?

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Qu'ran

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Bible

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Torah

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Vedas

Question 9

Which of the following is a symbol of the Jewish religion?

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Star of David

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Cross

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Om

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Lotus flower

Question 10

What term describes the belief in multiple gods?

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Polytheism

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Monotheism

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Atheism

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Agnosticism

Question 11

What is the name of the academic field that studies religions?

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Religious studies

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Theology

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Philosophy

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Sociology

Question 12

What is the most accurate definition of religion?

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A belief in a higher power and a way of life based on that belief

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A set of rules to follow

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A way to connect with others who share similar beliefs

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A way to avoid life's problems

Question 13

Which of these is NOT a key feature of religion?

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Random acts of kindness

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Belief in a higher power or being

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Sacred texts

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Prayer and worship

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of a religion?

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A strong political ideology

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Belief in a higher power or powers

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Moral and ethical teachings

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Specific religious practices, such as rituals and ceremonies

Question 15

What term is used to describe belief in more than one god?

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Polytheism

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Monotheism

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Atheism

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Agnosticism

Question 16

Which sacred text is considered holy in Islam?

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The Quran

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Vedas

Question 17

What is the central belief in Buddhism?

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Following the Eightfold Path to reach enlightenment

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Belief in a single God

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The importance of reincarnation

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Rejection of religious beliefs

Question 18

Which festival do Hindus celebrate?

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Diwali

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Christmas

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Ramadan

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Hanukkah

Question 19

Who is considered the founder of Christianity?

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Jesus Christ

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Moses

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Muhammad

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Buddha

Question 20

Which Sikh practice involves wearing a distinctive head covering?

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Wearing a turban

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Praying towards Mecca

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Following a vegetarian diet

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Being baptized

Question 21

What is the term for the belief that there is no god?

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Atheism

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Theism

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Agnosticism

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Pantheism

Question 22

Which religious text is considered sacred in Judaism?

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The Torah

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The Bible

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The Quran

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The Vedas

Question 23

Which of these is NOT a common feature of religions?

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Focus on science

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Belief in a higher power

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Shared rituals and practices

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Moral teachings

Question 24

Which of these is NOT a key feature of a religion?

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Lack of a clear organization or leadership

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Shared beliefs and practices

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Influence on personal and social life

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Use of symbols and rituals

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT a typical characteristic of most religions?

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Scientific proof or experimentation

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Belief in a higher power or divine being

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Sacred texts or scriptures

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A set of moral principles or ethical guidelines

Question 26

Which of these is NOT a key feature of religion?

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A belief in magical beings

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Shared beliefs and practices

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A focus on the sacred or supernatural

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A clear moral code

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT considered a major world religion?

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Atheism

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Christianity

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Buddhism

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Hinduism

Question 28

What is a secular society?

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A society where religion is separate from government and public institutions

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A society where religion has a dominant role in public life

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A society where religion is banned

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A society where everyone practices the same religion

Question 29

What's the main difference between a belief and a value?

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Beliefs are about what we think is true, while values are about what we think is right or important

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Values are about what we think is true, while beliefs are about what we think is right or important

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Beliefs and values are the same thing

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Beliefs are more important than values

Question 30

What is the best definition of religion?

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A belief in a higher power and the practices associated with it.

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A set of rules and rituals that guide people's lives.

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A way to find meaning and purpose in life.

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A way to belong to a community of like-minded people.

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of religion?

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Scientific knowledge and experiments

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Belief in the supernatural

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Sacred texts or teachings

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A community of followers

Question 32

Baptism is an example of a religious:

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Ritual

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Prayer

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Holy text

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Tenet

Question 33

What is the holy book of Islam?

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The Qur'an

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Bhagavad Gita

Question 34

What is a major difference between Sunni and Shia Muslims?

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Beliefs about the successor to the Prophet Muhammad

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Interpretation of Islamic law

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Prayer practices

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Holy scriptures

Question 35

What is the best definition of religion?

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A collection of beliefs, stories, and practices that relate to the divine or spiritual

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A set of rules and regulations that determine how people should live their lives

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A philosophy that teaches people how to live in harmony with nature

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A system of morals and ethics that guides people's actions

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a key feature of religion?

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Mathematical formulas for predicting the future

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Belief in sacred texts or traditions

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Ethical guidelines for living

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Belief in supernatural beings

Question 37

What is the sacred text of Islam?

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The Quran

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Vedas

Question 38

What is the role of ethical guidelines in religion?

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To provide guidance on how to live a good life

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To ensure that people follow the rules of the religion

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To prevent people from making mistakes

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To create a sense of fear and guilt

Question 39

Which holy book is central to Christianity?

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The Bible

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The Torah

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The Quran

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The Vedas

Question 40

What is the name for the Muslim place of worship?

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Mosque

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Church

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Synagogue

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Temple

Question 41

What is the term for the belief in only one God?

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Monotheism

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Polytheism

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Atheism

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Animism

Question 42

What is the festival that celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ called?

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Christmas

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Easter

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Diwali

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Eid al-Fitr

Question 43

Which of these is NOT a type of religious belief?

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Environmentalism

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Monotheism (belief in one god)

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Polytheism (belief in many gods)

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Atheism (no belief in gods)

Question 44

What's the main difference between a religion and a philosophy?

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Religion is based on faith, while philosophy is based on reason.

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Religion has holy books, while philosophy doesn't.

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Religion is about beliefs, while philosophy is about actions.

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There's no difference between religion and philosophy.

Question 45

How do religion and science complement each other in helping us understand the world?

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Religion offers beliefs and values, while science provides evidence and explanations.

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Religion and science are unrelated and have no connection.

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Science can prove or disprove all religious beliefs.

Question 46

How do religion and science interact?

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They provide distinct worldviews.

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They clash constantly.

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They are completely unrelated.

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Science will eventually make religion obsolete.

Question 47

How can religion influence family life?

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Some religions have different roles for men and women in families.

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Religion has no influence on family life.

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All religions believe in complete equality within families.

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All religions encourage families to make decisions together.

Question 48

Which of the following best defines religion?

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A system of beliefs and practices that connects people to the spiritual realm and moral values.

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A belief in supernatural or divine beings.

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A set of rules that govern a society.

Question 49

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of religion?

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Absence of sacred texts.

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A sense of community

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Shared beliefs

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Rituals and ceremonies

Question 50

Which of the following is an example of a monotheistic religion?

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Christianity

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Sikhism

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Buddhism

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Hinduism

Question 51

Which of the following is a function of religion in society?

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Providing support, guidance, and a sense of meaning.

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Managing the economy.

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Promoting scientific advancements.

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Enforcing political laws.

Question 52

Which of the following is an example of a sacred text?

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The Torah

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The Magna Carta

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The Theory of Evolution

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The United States Constitution

Question 53

Which of the following factors contributes to the diversity of religions around the world?

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Historical, cultural, and geographical influences.

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Government policies.

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Economic development.

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Climate conditions.

Question 54

How can learning about religion promote tolerance and understanding?

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By fostering empathy, critical thinking, and appreciation for diverse perspectives.

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By converting others to a particular religion.

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By reinforcing stereotypes and prejudices.