Jainism/Sikism
- 1.
Mahavira, who is considered Jainism's major teacher, was a contemporary of
- A.
Buddha
- B.
Jesus
- C.
Muhammad
- D.
Abraham
Correct Answer
A. Buddha -
- 2.
The most accurate descriptor of Jainism is
- A.
Polytheistic
- B.
Monotheistic
- C.
Atheistic
- D.
Nontheistic
Correct Answer
C. Atheistic -
- 3.
Like Hindus and Buddhists, Jains believe in the cycle of birth and death called
- A.
Dharma
- B.
Karma
- C.
Jiva
- D.
Samsara
Correct Answer
D. Samsara -
- 4.
In Jainism, the human's soul, called the _________, can transcend this earthly life by recognizing its own nature
- A.
Ahimsa
- B.
Jina
- C.
Karma
- D.
Jiva
Correct Answer
D. Jiva -
- 5.
After a long life of virtue and detachment, Jains endorse
- A.
Intensive meditation
- B.
Compassionate action for the poor
- C.
Self-starvation leading to death
- D.
That one become a guru
Correct Answer
C. Self-starvation leading to death -
- 6.
In Jain thought, one-sensed beings consist not only of vegetation but also
- A.
Fire
- B.
Soil
- C.
Water
- D.
Any of these
Correct Answer
D. Any of these -
- 7.
Sikhism originated in the
- A.
Northeastern part of India close to where Buddhism began
- B.
Punjab of northwestern India and eastern Pakistan
- C.
Southern part of India
- D.
Lake region of India
Correct Answer
B. Punjab of northwestern India and eastern Pakistan -
- 8.
Being attached to other humans and to one's possessions is a negative attribute according to Jains. Avoiding these attachments is the Jain principle known as
- A.
Anekantwad
- B.
Karma
- C.
Aparigrapha
- D.
Ahimsa
Correct Answer
C. Aparigrapha -
- 9.
Only monks and nuns can practice the ascetic life of Jainism fully. Practices include meditating, fasting, and
- A.
Living a celibate life
- B.
Avoiding digging, bathing, and swimming
- C.
Avoiding the extinguishing or lighting of fires
- D.
Any of these
Correct Answer
D. Any of these -
- 10.
The most accurate meaning of the Sikh term gurdwara is
- A.
Guru
- B.
Temple
- C.
Military guard
- D.
Holy war
Correct Answer
B. Temple -
- 11.
The meaning of the word Sikh is to
- A.
Preach and seek disciples
- B.
Fast and engage in confession
- C.
Perform devotional acts
- D.
Meditate
Correct Answer
C. Perform devotional acts -
- 12.
According to Jain belief, liberation from samsara comes only through
- A.
A Tirthankara's sacrifice
- B.
Ones own efforts
- C.
Divine intervention
- D.
Any of these
Correct Answer
B. Ones own efforts -
- 13.
Which of these religions originated in India
- A.
Hinduism
- B.
Buddhism
- C.
Jainism
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above -
- 14.
The idea in Buddhism and Jainism that emphasizes nonharm and nonviolence is
- A.
Jiva
- B.
Guru
- C.
Ahimsa
- D.
Jina
Correct Answer
C. Ahimsa -
- 15.
What are the defining characteristics of Jainism?
- A.
Ahimsa
- B.
Asceticism
- C.
Service
- D.
Both a and b
Correct Answer
D. Both a and b -
- 16.
In Jainism, spiritual conquerors who have attained salvation are called
- A.
Tirthankaras
- B.
Bodhisattvas
- C.
Rajahs
- D.
Lokas
Correct Answer
A. Tirthankaras -
- 17.
Mahavira practiced
- A.
Mild asceticism
- B.
Extreme asceticism
- C.
Middle of the way
- D.
Hedonism
Correct Answer
B. Extreme asceticism -
- 18.
Jivas are
- A.
Perfectly pure
- B.
Impure
- C.
Known for their large size
- D.
All destined to become tirthankaras
Correct Answer
A. Perfectly pure -
- 19.
Jains believe that complete purification of the soul can be achieved only through
- A.
Divine assistance
- B.
An ascetic life
- C.
The direct assistance of tirthankaras who have passed from material existance
- D.
Both a and c both a and c
Correct Answer
B. An ascetic life -
- 20.
If a Jain nun is carefully seeping a path and steps on a bug, she has
- A.
Violated the vow of ahimsa
- B.
Not violated the vow of ahimsa
- C.
Taken a significant step toward liberation
- D.
Effectively eliminated herself from the ascetic life
Correct Answer
B. Not violated the vow of ahimsa -
- 21.
The ideal method of dying for Jains is
- A.
Voluntarily starving
- B.
Going to sleep
- C.
Succumbing to disease
- D.
Being sacrificed by an ascetic
Correct Answer
A. Voluntarily starving -
- 22.
Which of the following assertions is not one of the Five Lesser Vows taken by Jain Laity?
- A.
Avoid lying
- B.
Do not take what has not been given
- C.
Renounce sexual activity
- D.
Avoid greed
Correct Answer
C. Renounce sexual activity -
- 23.
The proportion among Jains among India's population is about
- A.
2%
- B.
25%
- C.
50%
- D.
75%
Correct Answer
A. 2% -
- 24.
This individual was the 10th and final enlightened guru in the Sikh tradition
- A.
Guru Ramananda
- B.
Guru Gobind Singh
- C.
Guru Granth Sahib
- D.
Guru Nanak
Correct Answer
B. Guru Gobind Singh -
- 25.
Sikhism tries to reconcile the differences between
- A.
Hinduism and Buddhism
- B.
Hinduism and Jainism
- C.
Hinduism and Islam
- D.
Buddhism and Jainism
Correct Answer
C. Hinduism and Islam -
- 26.
Sikhism is
- A.
Polytheistic
- B.
Monotheistic
- C.
Dualistic
- D.
Monistic
Correct Answer
B. Monotheistic -
- 27.
Over the centuries Sikhs have occasionally engaged in violent confrontations with
- A.
Muslims
- B.
Hindus
- C.
Christians
- D.
Both a and c
Correct Answer
A. Muslims -
- 28.
Sikhism's most important sacred text is called the
- A.
Adi Granth
- B.
Guru Granth Sahib
- C.
Khalsa
- D.
Both a and b
Correct Answer
D. Both a and b -
- 29.
Which of the following Gurus founded the holy city of Amritsar?
- A.
The Third Guru
- B.
The Fourth Guru
- C.
The Fifth Guru
- D.
The second Guru
Correct Answer
B. The Fourth Guru -
- 30.
Shortly after Guru Nanak recieved God's revelation, he
- A.
Became a hermit
- B.
Traveled widely
- C.
Died
- D.
Got married and started a family
Correct Answer
B. Traveled widely -
- 31.
Which of the following changes was not one of the effects of Guru Arjan's leadership in Sikhism?
- A.
Sikhism took on a military dimension
- B.
Sikhism became more political
- C.
Arjan installed to Adi Granth as Guru
- D.
Arjan provided Sikhs with a geographical center the Golden Temple
Correct Answer
C. Arjan installed to Adi Granth as Guru -
- 32.
The most sacred shrine of the Sikh religion is the _________, built by the Fifth Guru
- A.
Golden Tabernacle
- B.
Ka'bah
- C.
Golden Temple
- D.
Holy of Holies
Correct Answer
C. Golden Temple -
- 33.
Sikhism teaches that the ultimate purpose of life is to
- A.
Serve others
- B.
Attain complete union with God
- C.
Enjoy life to the fullest
- D.
Detach oneself from all desire
Correct Answer
B. Attain complete union with God -
- 34.
Sikh theology maintains that God
- A.
Is totally transcendent
- B.
Is impersonal and unapproachable
- C.
Dwells within creation
- D.
Both a and b
Correct Answer
C. Dwells within creation -
- 35.
The _________ Guru was martyred rather than converted to Islam
- A.
Seventh
- B.
Eighth
- C.
Ninth
- D.
Sixth
Correct Answer
C. Ninth -
- 36.
The Khalsa or "Pure Ones" in the Sikh religion wear the five symbols of their faith. These include
- A.
Long, unshorn hair bound under a turban or veil
- B.
Sword for dignity and the willingness to fight for justice
- C.
Steel bracelet worn as a reminder that one is God's servant
- D.
Any of these
Correct Answer
D. Any of these -
- 37.
Guru Gobind Singh, the last of the Sikh Gurus, passed his authority not to an individual human but to
- A.
God
- B.
The Sikh congregation, the sangat
- C.
The Udasis, Sikh followers who practice strict discipline and meditation
- D.
The Sikh scriptures which was called Guru Granth Sahib
Correct Answer
D. The Sikh scriptures which was called Guru Granth Sahib -
- 38.
To symbolize the Sikh community's unity, worship in the gurdwara generally end with
- A.
A hymn and a prayer
- B.
Sharing of a wheat and a honey cake
- C.
A ritual dance
- D.
A reading from the Adi Granth
Correct Answer
B. Sharing of a wheat and a honey cake -
- 39.
Sikhs have these beliefs in common with Hinduism
- A.
Karma and reincarnation
- B.
The caste system and reincarnation
- C.
Meditation and the caste system
- D.
Reincarnation and many gods
Correct Answer
A. Karma and reincarnation -
- 40.
What is the ultimate goal of life for a Sikh?
- A.
Following God's plan
- B.
Union with God
- C.
Sacrificing one's life for others
- D.
Reaching a state of mindlessness
Correct Answer
B. Union with God -
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