DSST Introduction to World Religions 2

Question 1

The Vedas are the sacred scriptures of which religion?

Accepted Answer

Hinduism

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Buddhism

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Sikhism

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Jainism

Question 2

The Five Pillars of Islam include all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Dhyana (meditation)

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Shahada (declaration of faith)

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Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca)

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Zakat (charitable giving)

Question 3

The sacred scripture of Sikhism is called the:

Accepted Answer

Guru Granth Sahib

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Bhagavad Gita

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Tripitaka

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Avesta

Question 4

In Buddhism, 'Nirvana' refers to which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Liberation from the cycle of suffering and rebirth

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Reincarnation of the soul

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The highest heaven in the afterlife

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A state of deep communal prayer

Question 5

The Jewish Sabbath (Shabbat) is observed:

Accepted Answer

From Friday sunset to Saturday nightfall

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From Sunday morning to Sunday evening

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On Saturday morning only

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From Thursday evening to Friday evening

Question 6

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Karma'?

Accepted Answer

The moral law of cause and effect

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Fate predetermined by God

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The cycle of rebirth itself

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The path to enlightenment

Question 7

The Christian sacrament of baptism primarily symbolizes:

Accepted Answer

Forgiveness of sins and initiation into the faith

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Marriage commitment before God

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Prayer and intercession for the dead

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Confirmation of church leadership