Understanding the Amish Community

What was the primary reason for the Amish migration to North America?

• To escape political persecution

• To find better economic opportunities

• To seek freedom from religious persecution

• To join other religious movements

What is the German concept that emphasizes calmness and community over self-promotion?

• Ordnung

• Ausbund

• Rumspringa

• [GERMAN WORD]

At what age do Amish individuals typically decide to join the church through baptism?

• Between 31 and 40

• Between 24 and 30

• Between 16 and 23

• Between 10 and 15

What is the Ordnung in Amish communities?

• A book that sets forth rules and principles for Amish life

• A type of traditional Amish clothing

• A type of Amish prayer

• A musical instrument forbidden by the Amish

How do some Amish communities generate electricity while staying off the main power grid?

• Using diesel generators

• Using solar panels and wind turbines

• Using hydroelectric dams

• Using coal-fired power plants

Why are musical instruments generally forbidden in Amish communities?

• They are too expensive

• They are not mentioned in the Bible

• They are seen as tools for vain self-expression

• They are difficult to maintain

What is the significance of faceless dolls in Amish culture?

• They are a modern invention

• They reinforce the ideal of an egalitarian community

• They are considered more beautiful

• They are easier to produce

What is the Amish practice of bundling?

• A courtship practice involving sharing a bed without physical contact

• A method of farming

• A type of traditional Amish clothing

• A way of preserving food

Why do Amish men shave their upper lip?

• To differentiate from other religious groups

• As a nod to their history of pacifism

• To signify their marital status

• To follow a modern fashion trend

What is the primary reason Amish children stop formal education after the eighth grade?

• To prepare for higher education

• To travel and explore the world

• To start working in traditional jobs

• To focus on religious studies