belief systems 1

Which statement about the Islamic Golden Age is
a fact rather than an opinion?

The terms Brahma, dharma, and moksha are
most closely associated with which religion?

*Rulers should set an example for the people
*Families are the core of society
*Children should honor their parents

Which Chinese philosophy best completes this
graphic organizer?

Which text is essential to the practice of Islam?

Shintoism and animism share a belief in the
importance of

Christianity, Islam, and Judaism are similar in
that they all ask their followers to

• The Ganges River is sacred to people practicing
Hinduism.
• Shinto shrines are usually located near
mountains or lakes.
• The Jordan River is a site of many Christian
baptisms.
Which conclusion is most valid based on these
statements related to belief systems?

One similarity between animism and Shinto is
that people who follow these belief systems

The early eastern European Slavic civilization at
Kiev adopted the Eastern Orthodox religion, the
Cyrillic alphabet, and certain styles of art and
architecture as a result of

Which belief is most closely associated with the
philosophy of Confucianism?

Judaism, Islam, and Christianity share a belief in
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)

Studying the architectural features of the Parthenon, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Taj Mahal provides information about the

Which pair of belief systems share a belief that
spirits reside in natural objects and forms?

Which religion includes the Four Noble Truths,
the Eightfold Path, and nirvana?

According to Buddhist principles, believers can
end personal suffering by

Which action is most closely associated with
polytheism?

Which belief is most closely associated with the
teachings of Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha)?

The introduction of Buddhism into Japan and of
Christianity into Africa are examples of

Which belief system is considered monotheistic?

The exchange of silks and spices and the spread of
Buddhism along the Silk Roads are examples of
(1) (3)
(2) (4)

• Fasting during Ramadan
• Praying five times each day
• Giving charity to the poor

Followers of which religion engage in these practices?

The religious terms Four Noble Truths, Eightfold
Path, and nirvana are most closely associated with

Which belief system was the basis for the civil
service exams given during the Han, Tang, and
Song dynasties?

In China, the development of civil service examinations and a belief in filial piety reflect the influence of

Which belief is shared by Hindus and Buddhists?

The caste system in India was characterized by

What is one way in which animism, Shinto, and
Daoism are similar?

Which belief system is most closely associated
with the terms Eightfold Path, Four Noble
Truths, and nirvana?

Believers of Hinduism are expected to

Confucianism had a strong impact on the
development of China mainly because this
philosophy

Muslims’ reference to Christians and Jews as
“People of the Book” demonstrates they all
shared a belief in

In the traditional Hindu caste system and in the
social hierarchy of colonial Latin America, the
status of a person was usually determined by

Which quotation from the teachings of Confucius is most similar to the golden rule from judeo-christian teaching?

One way in which the Five Relationships, the Ten
Commandments, and the Eight fold Path are
similar is that they

• Islamic scholars made significant contributions
to astronomy.
• Muslim architects excelled in design.
• Schools and libraries were built in Islamic
urban centers.
Which conclusion about Islamic society during its
Golden Age can best be supported by these
statements?