SS7G12: Religions of Southern and Eastern Asia

Which of the following believes in the "Golden Rule"? Confucianism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Shintoism

• Confucianism

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Shintoism

The concept of karma is best described as

• the sum effect of one's actions during life.

• a belief in fate and destiny.

• the idea of reincarnation and rebirth.

• a system of rewards and punishments in the afterlife.

Which is the best description of an ethnic group?

• A group of people who share common cultural characteristics.

• A group of people living in the same geographical area.

• A group of people who speak the same language.

• A group of people with similar economic status.

Which continent was the birthplace of most of the world's major religions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?

• Africa

• Asia

• Europe

• North America

According to Hindu beliefs, one's position in the caste system is determined by

• your deeds in a previous life.

• your family's social status.

• your education level.

• your wealth and possessions.

Which of these would be the BEST title of this list?

• Brahman
• Shiva
• Vishnu

• Major Hindu Gods

• Famous Indian Philosophers

• Hindu Festivals

• Ancient Hindu Texts

All of these describe what major religion? · Created thousands of years ago · Consists of thousands of gods · Mahabharata and Vedas are two sacred texts · Approximately 1 billion people follow it today

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Islam

Which religion doesn't have a primary god, but believes in honoring spirits of nature and ancestors?

• Shintoism

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Christianity

An influential Chinese philosopher, teacher and political figure known for his wise sayings and models of social interaction.

• Laozi

• Confucius

• Zhuangzi

• Sun Tzu

Which of these religions originated in Japan?

• Buddhism

• Confucianism

• Islam

• Shinto