Question 1

If you are a member of one of the oldest and smallest religions in the world and trace your spiritual lineage to an ancient literary figure,you are most likely

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The Jewish religion is one of the oldest and smallest religions in the world, with a spiritual lineage tracing back to the ancient literary figure of Abraham in the Hebrew Bible.

Question 2

The fact that the Sikh religion requires male followers to leave their hair uncut is an example of the concept of

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Question 3

Weber would classify Hare Krishnas,who seek spiritual enlightenment while living a simpler and more natural way of life in separate communities,as

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Hare Krishnas would be classified as other-worldly by Weber because they prioritize spiritual enlightenment and living a simple life in separate communities as opposed to pursuing worldly goals and participating in society.

Question 4

If you follow the beliefs of an ancient philosopher and hold strongly collectivistic values,you are most likely

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Confucianism is an ancient Chinese philosophy that emphasizes the importance of social harmony, family values, and collectivism. Confucianism promotes respect for authority and the elderly, and emphasizes the value of education and hard work to maintain social order. Hinduism and Buddhism are religions that have both collectivistic and individualistic aspects, while Sikhism is a religion that originated in India and emphasizes the oneness of God and the importance of community service. However, none of these religions are directly associated with the teachings of Confucius.

Question 5

If you are a disillusioned Hindu who believes that you reap what you sow and are hoping to some day reach nirvana,you are most likely

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Believing in the principle of karma and striving for spiritual enlightenment or liberation (nirvana) are core beliefs of Buddhism. Confucianism and Sikhism have different beliefs and practices, and Shiite Muslims believe in a different concept of spiritual attainment called "wilayat al-faqih."

Question 6

When followers of Jesus Christ established the Christian church,Christianity went from being a new religious movement to a formal religion through which of the following processes?

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The routinization of charisma refers to the process by which a charismatic leader's ideas and teachings become institutionalized and formalized into a structured organization. This is what happened when followers of Jesus established the Christian church, which turned Christianity from a new religious movement into a formal religion with established beliefs, structures, and rituals.

Question 7

The continuing dominance of the Vatican in Rome,Italy,is an example of that country's commitment to

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The term "ecclesia" refers to the institutionalized form of religious organization and control, such as the Catholic Church. The continuing dominance of the Vatican in Rome, Italy, reflects Italy's commitment to the ecclesia, specifically the Catholic Church. The Vatican represents the highest level of authority within the Catholic Church, and its continued presence and influence in Italy demonstrates the country's dedication to this religious institution.

Question 8

If you do not believe in one supreme being and are engaged in the search for truth while hoping to reach moksha,a state of spiritual perfection,you are most likely

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Hinduism involves the belief in reaching moksha, a state of spiritual perfection, and does not necessarily require belief in one supreme being.

Question 9

If you are in the demographic group least likely to be religious in Canada currently,you are most likely

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According to multiple studies and surveys conducted in Canada, teenagers are currently the demographic group least likely to be religious. This trend has been increasing in recent years, with younger generations being less religious than their parents and grandparents.

Question 10

The ritual of "taking communion," commonly practised within many Christian denominations and representing Jesus' last supper with his disciples,is an example of which of the following?

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Ritual as remembering.The ritual of "taking communion" is an example of ritual as remembering because it is a way of remembering Jesus' last supper with his disciples.

Question 11

Tylor would have described the stage of religious evolution where the Greeks worshipped gods such as Zeus,Poseidon,Hades,Athena,and Aphrodite as

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Edward Burnett Tylor, a foundational figure in anthropology, would have described the religious practices of ancient Greeks, with their structured pantheon of gods like Zeus, Poseidon, Hades, Athena, and Aphrodite, as hierarchical polytheism. This term reflects a belief system with a pantheon of gods having a structured hierarchy.

Question 12

Jim Jones,the infamous leader of the American new religious movement known as the People's Temple in Jonestown,Guyana,led his followers to mass suicide.This is an example of

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Jim Jones exemplifies charismatic authority, as he inspired blind devotion and obedience from his followers through his eloquence and charisma. The mass suicide is a tragic demonstration of the power and influence that such leaders can wield. Religious conversion (A) refers to an individual's personal choice to adopt a new religious belief or affiliation. A sect (B) is a smaller, offshoot group that separates from a larger religious organization. Religious pluralism (D) refers to the coexistence of multiple religions within a society or community.

Question 13

Pascal's Wager,where he argues that we ought to believe in God because if we do and he does exist we are much better off than the other options (particularly if we don't believe and he does exist),runs contrary to which of the following?

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Pascal's Wager runs contrary to atheism because atheism is the belief that God does not exist, whereas Pascal's Wager suggests that believing in God is the safer bet.

Question 14

The fact that,in the past 60 years,we have seen religious service attendance in Canada drop by some 40 percent is an example of

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The fact that religious service attendance has dropped by 40 percent in the past 60 years points towards secularization, which is the process by which religious influence on society declines. This decline in attendance suggests that religion is becoming less integral to people's lives and that traditional religious institutions are losing their social influence.

Question 15

If you believe less in the afterlife than in the here and now and would never consider going door to door to promote your beliefs,you are most likely

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Quiz 13: C: Religion