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What is the primary text of Christianity?

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The Bible

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True or False: Hinduism is a monotheistic religion.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The central teaching of Buddhism is the _____ of suffering.

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cessation

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What are the Five Pillars of Islam?

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Shahada, Salah, Zakat, Sawm, Hajj

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Which religion follows the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad?

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Islam

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True or False: The Torah is the central reference of the religious Judaic tradition.

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True

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What is the concept of Karma in Hinduism?

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The law of cause and effect where a person’s actions determine their future.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a major world religion? A) Buddhism B) Taoism C) Scientology D) Atheism

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D) Atheism

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What is the significance of the Ten Commandments in Christianity?

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They are ethical guidelines given by God to Moses.

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Fill in the blank: In Sikhism, the holy scripture is called the _____

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Guru Granth Sahib

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What is the main goal of Buddhism?

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To achieve Nirvana

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True or False: The Eightfold Path is a key concept in Buddhism.

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True

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Which religion emphasizes the importance of community and collective worship?

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Islam

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What does the term ‘Ahimsa’ mean in Hinduism?

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Non-violence

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a sacred text in Judaism? A) The Bhagavad Gita B) The Quran C) The Torah D) The New Testament

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C) The Torah

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What is the purpose of Zakat in Islam?

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It is a form of almsgiving and one of the Five Pillars.

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Fill in the blank: The cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in Hinduism is known as _____

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Samsara

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What is the concept of ‘Salvation’ in Christianity?

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The deliverance from sin and its consequences.

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True or False: The Dalai Lama is a spiritual leader in Buddhism.

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True

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What are the two main branches of Islam?

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Sunni and Shia

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What does ‘Nirvana’ represent in Buddhism?

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The ultimate state of liberation and freedom from suffering.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a practice in Hinduism? A) Praying five times a day B) Meditation C) Reading the Bible D) Confession

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B) Meditation

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Fill in the blank: The central figure of Christianity is _____

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Jesus Christ

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What is the significance of the Hajj in Islam?

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It is a pilgrimage to Mecca that every Muslim must undertake at least once in their lifetime.

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True or False: Confucianism is considered a religion.
False (it is often regarded as a philosophy or ethical system)
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What is the main scripture of Buddhism?
The Tripitaka
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What does the term 'Tao' mean in Taoism?
The Way or the path of nature
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Multiple Choice: Who is the founder of Buddhism? A) Mahavira B) Siddhartha Gautama C) Laozi D) Jesus Christ
B) Siddhartha Gautama
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Fill in the blank: The sacred text of Zoroastrianism is the _____
Avesta
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What is the significance of the Ganges River in Hinduism?
It is considered sacred and a place for purification.
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True or False: Jainism advocates for extreme non-violence.
True
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What is the main teaching of Confucianism?
The importance of morality, family, and social harmony.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a major belief in Christianity? A) Reincarnation B) Karma C) The Trinity D) The Four Noble Truths
C) The Trinity
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What is the role of a Rabbi in Judaism?
A teacher and leader of Jewish worship and law.
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Fill in the blank: The spiritual leader of the Sikh community is known as the _____
Guru
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True or False: The concept of original sin is central to Hindu beliefs.
False
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What is the significance of the Last Supper in Christianity?
It is the final meal Jesus shared with his disciples before his crucifixion.
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What does 'Sawm' refer to in Islam?
Fasting during the month of Ramadan.
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Multiple Choice: Which religion believes in the concept of the Eightfold Path? A) Christianity B) Buddhism C) Islam D) Hinduism
B) Buddhism
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What is the primary goal of Sikhism?
To achieve union with God through devotion and service.
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Fill in the blank: The sacred texts of Islam are written in _____
Arabic
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True or False: The concept of Dharma in Hinduism refers to one's duty and righteousness.
True
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What is the significance of the Beatitudes in Christianity?
They are teachings of Jesus that describe the attitudes of the blessed.
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What does 'Zakat' provide for in the Islamic community?
Support for the poor and needy.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key belief in Hinduism? A) The resurrection of Jesus B) The oneness of God C) The cycle of rebirth D) The Five Pillars
C) The cycle of rebirth
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Fill in the blank: The sacred site for Muslims in Mecca is called the _____
Kaaba
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True or False: The concept of 'Pilgrimage' is important in all major religions.
False
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What is the purpose of meditation in Buddhism?
To develop mindfulness and insight.
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What is the main scripture of Christianity?
The New Testament
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Multiple Choice: Who is considered the founder of Sikhism? A) Guru Nanak B) Mahatma Gandhi C) Martin Luther D) Confucius
A) Guru Nanak
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Fill in the blank: The religious practice of giving up worldly pleasures in Buddhism is called _____
Renunciation
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True or False: The Quran is divided into chapters called Surahs.
True
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What is the role of the Pope in Christianity?
The spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church.
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What is the primary teaching of Jainism?
To achieve liberation through non-violence and truth.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a branch of Christianity? A) Catholicism B) Orthodoxy C) Protestantism D) Shinto
D) Shinto
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Fill in the blank: The concept of 'Divine Right' is associated with _____
Christianity
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True or False: The Bhagavad Gita is a central text in Buddhism.
False
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What is the purpose of the sacraments in Christianity?
They are rites considered to be a means of grace.
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What does 'Shahada' represent in Islam?
The declaration of faith.
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Multiple Choice: Which religion practices the concept of 'Tithing'? A) Buddhism B) Sikhism C) Christianity D) Jainism
C) Christianity
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Fill in the blank: The central figure of Judaism is _____
Moses
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True or False: The concept of 'Samsara' is unique to Christianity.
False
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What is the role of meditation in Hinduism?
To achieve self-realization and connection with the divine.
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What is the significance of the Gospels in Christianity?
They recount the life and teachings of Jesus.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following religions believes in a cycle of rebirth? A) Christianity B) Islam C) Buddhism D) Judaism
C) Buddhism
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Fill in the blank: The religious law of Islam is called _____
Sharia
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True or False: The concept of 'God' is perceived the same way in all religions.
False
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What does 'Kabbalah' refer to in Judaism?
A mystical interpretation of Jewish texts.
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What is the significance of the Sermon on the Mount in Christianity?
It contains some of the core teachings of Jesus.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a form of worship in Islam? A) Eucharist B) Salah C) Meditation D) Sacrament
B) Salah
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Fill in the blank: The religious leader of the Islamic community is called an _____
Imam
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True or False: The concept of 'sin' is recognized in Buddhism.
False
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What is the role of the church in Christianity?
A place for worship, community, and spiritual guidance.
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What is the significance of the Vedas in Hinduism?
They are the oldest sacred texts and foundational scriptures.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following practices is common in Hinduism? A) Baptism B) Bar Mitzvah C) Yoga D) Confirmation
C) Yoga
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Fill in the blank: The main goal of a Muslim's life is to submit to the _____
Will of Allah
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True or False: The concept of 'heaven' is similar across all religions.
False
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What does 'Buddha' mean?
The Awakened One
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What is the significance of the cross in Christianity?
It symbolizes the sacrifice of Jesus for humanity's sins.
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Multiple Choice: Which religion does NOT have a concept of God as a personal being? A) Christianity B) Judaism C) Buddhism D) Islam
C) Buddhism
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Fill in the blank: The religious text that contains the sayings of Prophet Muhammad is called the _____
Hadith
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True or False: The concept of 'charity' is emphasized in all major religions.
True

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