6.28 & 6.29 (Hinduism and Buddhism)

Why are the Vedas important to Hinduism? Select two that apply.

• They criticize the practice of polytheism in Hinduism.

• They contain the beliefs and practices of Hinduism.

• They establish Israel as the birthplace of Hinduism.

• They define the Five Pillars of Hinduism.

• They contain many of the mantras important to the practice of Hinduism.

How did the concept expressed in this quote impact Ancient Indian society?

• It led to the creation of a strict caste system.

• It led to strict isolationist policies.

• It promoted a separation of religion and government.

• It promoted economic equality.

Based on this quote, how did the concept of dharma impact Hinduism?

• It allowed for the creation of separate secular and religious laws.

• It prevented scholars from defining scientific and mathematical truths.

• It blocked the expansion of public education systems.

• It established the belief that religious practices were part of a greater universal truth.

How does the belief in karma impact Hinduism?

• It encourages Hindus to protect nature by celebrating ancestral spirits.

• It encourages Hindus to be good people by promising an afterlife.

• It encourages Hindus to go on pilgrimages by enforcing religious laws.

• It encourages Hindus to be good people by determining their reincarnation.

Why are the Vedas particularly important to Hinduism?

• They adapt the teachings of Buddhism into concepts compatible with Hinduism.

• They dictate which classes are prevented from joining the caste system.

• They outline several concepts and rituals essential to practicing Hinduism.

• They describe the power of the government.

Which concepts are parts of Hinduism? Select two that apply.

• dharma

• heaven

• karma

• purgatory

• pilgrimage

What is the most important Hindu religious text?

• Bible

• Qur'an

• Torah

• Vedas

What is one major component of Hinduism?

• monotheism

• mummification

• reincarnation

• yoga

Hinduism originated from which traditions?

• Aryan

• Buddhist

• Christian

• Jewish

This excerpt describes which element of Hinduism?

• the Eightfold Path

• the belief in reincarnation

• the Four Noble Truths

• the belief in polytheism