Question 1

Match each of the Lakota rituals with the correct description.
-Praying with and for everything and everyone, for mitakuye oyasin

Accepted Answer

Praying with and for everything and everyone, for mitakuye oyasin is known as the Sacred Pipe ceremony.

The other rituals are:
A) Memorial Feast: A ritual to honor and remember a deceased loved one.
C) Sweat Lodge: A ritual of purification and spiritual renewal through sweating in a small, dome-shaped structure.
D) Sun Dance: A ritual of sacrifice and devotion to the Great Spirit, involving fasting, dancing, and piercing. 
E) Vision Quest: A ritual of seeking spiritual guidance and personal revelation through a solitary fast and meditation in nature.

Question 2

Explain the meaning of the following concepts and take a stand on whether they should be used when describing indigenous religions: animism, totem, taboo, fetish, and magic.

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Question 3

Compare the indigenous understanding of the spiritual, language, time, and space with the perspectives of these concepts common today in Western cultures. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each perspective?

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Question 4

By the 1990s traditional Oglala spiritual practices __________.

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According to the article, traditional Oglala spiritual practices were undergoing renewal in a variety of ways by the 1990s.

Question 5

Match each of the Lakota rituals with the correct description.
-Entering the spirit world to gain guidance for life

Accepted Answer

The Vision Quest is a ritual among various Native American cultures, including the Lakota, where an individual seeks to enter the spirit world through isolation, fasting, and prayer to gain guidance and spiritual strength.

Question 6

Discuss the significance of the "circle" in the spiritual ways of the Oglala Lakota. What can other Americans learn from this perspective?

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Question 7

What was the Ghost Dance Movement and what role did it play in the history of the Oglala Lakota? In your judgment, was the suppression of the Ghost Dance Movement by the U.S. government a justifiable act of self-protection or an inappropriate violation of the First Amendment's clause concerning religious freedom? What evidence can you adduce to support your viewpoint?

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Question 8

Using the "framework for understanding" religion (humanity, problem, cause, reality, end, means, sacred) describe the basic outlines of the religion of the Oglala Lakota. What do you see as the most valuable insight of this religious tradition?

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Question 9

Using the "framework for understanding" religion (humanity, problem, cause, reality, end, means, sacred), describe the basic outlines of the religion of the Yoruba people. What do you see as the most valuable insight of this religious tradition?

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Question 10

The most important implement for the Oglala Lakota and many other Native American nations is the sacred __________.

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The sacred pipe, also known as the chanupa or calumet, plays a central role in many Native American ceremonies and is considered a powerful spiritual tool for communication with the divine. It is often used for prayer, healing, and cleansing rituals. The buffalo, feather, moccasin, and tomahawk are all important cultural items for various Native American nations, but they do not hold the same spiritual significance as the sacred pipe.

Question 11

Match each of the Lakota rituals with the correct description.
-A rite of a rite of penance to "strengthen the sacred hoop of the nation"

Accepted Answer

The Sun Dance is a ritual of penance that is meant to strengthen the sacred hoop of the nation. The dancer will go without water or food, often while being tethered to a pole. This is an intense ritual that lasts several days, but it is one of the most important ceremonies in Lakota culture.

Question 12

Review the history of the Oglala Lakota from about 1750 to the present day. By looking at their national story, what can we learn about Oglala views on the importance of (a) their native land; (b) life in harmony with nature (hozho); and (c) the role of the "buffalo people" (pte oyate) in maintaining that harmony in Oglala life?

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Question 13

What role do visions play in traditional Oglala Lakota spirituality? What comparisons can you see with spiritual practices of other peoples?

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Question 14

Match each of the Lakota rituals with the correct description.
-Ritual of purification and renewal

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The ritual of purification and renewal is associated with the Sweat Lodge, which involves spiritual cleansing through sweating in a small enclosed space heated by hot stones. The other rituals listed have different purposes and practices. The Memorial Feast is a celebratory meal to honor the memory of a deceased loved one. The Sacred Pipe is a symbol of unity and communication with the spirits. The Sun Dance is a ceremonial dance to honor the Great Spirit and pray for the well-being of the community. The Vision Quest is a personal spiritual journey undertaken by an individual seeking guidance and understanding from the spirit world.

Question 15

Since 1890 most Oglala Lakota have lived in poverty __________.

Accepted Answer

The question states that the Oglala Lakota have lived in poverty since 1890, and then asks where they have lived. The only option that specifically mentions where they have lived since that time period is option B, which states they have lived on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. Therefore, B is the best choice.

Question 16

What are the pros and cons concerning using the word "religion" to categorize life pathways of indigenous peoples? Does the definition of religion in this textbook adequately avoid the problems and prejudices connected with the traditional use of the term?

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Question 17

Wakan Tanka is addressed in Lakota prayers primarily as __________, whereas the Earth is addressed as __________.

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Wakan Tanka is often referred to as "Father and Grandfather" in Lakota prayers, symbolizing a supreme spiritual force or great spirit. The Earth, on the other hand, is commonly addressed as "Mother and Grandmother," reflecting the Lakota's reverence for the Earth as a life-giving and nurturing entity.

Question 18

According to legend, the seven traditional rituals of the Lakota were given to the people by __________.

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According to Lakota legend, the seven traditional rituals were given to the people by White Buffalo Calf Woman.

Question 19

Match each of the Lakota rituals with the correct description.
-A meal related to the "keeping of the soul" ritual

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The Memorial Feast is a ritual meal that is held in honor of a deceased loved one, as a way of "keeping the soul" of the deceased person. The meal is traditionally held a year after the person's death.

Other possible answer: None of the other options explicitly involve a ritual meal related to the "keeping of the soul" concept.

Question 20

Name three of the ways Oglala spirituality is being renewed today. Which do you think is most important? Why so?

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Quiz 2: Indigenous Religions Quest for Harmony

Match each of the Lakota rituals with the correct description. -Praying with and for everything and everyone, for mitakuye oyasin