Learning About World Religions: Hinduism
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6th - 8th Grade
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Julie George
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who were the Aryans?
the highest caste in Indian society
the original tribes of southern India
a nomadic people who moved into India
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of these is the best reason for someone in India to study Sanskrit?
to read the ancient texts
to understand road signs
to run for political office
Tags
CCSS.RI.6.1
CCSS.RI.6.8
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.6.1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The roots of Hinduism are found in the Vedas, which are
a collection of sacred texts.
a group of people from Europe.
the three most important deities.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the Vedas, what are the varnas?
the proper ways to read ancient Sanskrit texts
the true lessons Hindus should gain from reading the Vedas
four main social classes that lead to a functioning society
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did Mahatma Gandhi criticize the caste system's ideas of discrimination?
The caste system did not evolve from the jatis.
The caste system did not align with Hindu teachings.
The caste system prevented Gandhi from increasing his power.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.6.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which job was a Vaishyas most likely to do?
herd sheep
plow a field
interpret religious law
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CCSS.RI.5.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A person who spoke these words most likely belonged to which social class?
"I have been learning about battle. My father is showing me how to use different kinds of weapons so I will be a good warrior."
Kshatriyas
Brahmins
Vaishyas
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
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