Asian History Religion Quiz

27 Questions | By Morgansburns | Updated: Mar 20, 2022 | Attempts: 437

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1.

Please list the 5 pillars of Islam
2.

The years ___ - ___ BCE comprise one of the most creative & influential eras in world history. This era was known as the _________.
3.

What is the oldest of the major religions of the world?
- A.
  
  Hinduism
- B.
  
  Buddhism
- C.
  
  Judaism
- D.
  
  Islam
4.

The basic tenets of Hinduism were brought to India by the ______ who settled along the banks of the _____ river.
5.

There is priesthood authority in Hinduism.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
6.

The Hindus believe that good & evil are contained in all things, except the gods.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
7.

______ is an Indian spiritual & religious term that means the selfless execution of ones earthly duties.
- A.
  
  Kama
- B.
  
  Artha
- C.
  
  Dharma
- D.
  
  Moksha
8.

________ ("Great Hero" 546-468 BCE) is often credited with founding Jainism as an ascetic faith in India.
- A.
  
  Buddha
- B.
  
  Siddhartha Gautama
- C.
  
  Mahavira
- D.
  
  Mohammad
9.

Jainism probably originated the concept of ______ (non-violence): to cause no harm to living beings.
- A.
  
  Satya
- B.
  
  Aparigraha
- C.
  
  Asteya
- D.
  
  Ahimsa
10.

Buddhism was founded in 563 BCE by _________________, a prince, who was born in _____.
11.

Buddhism became widely accepted & spread throughout Asia after the rule of Emperor ______________.
- A.
  
  Kunala 132 BCE
- B.
  
  Ashoka 232 BCE
- C.
  
  Kunala 232 BCE
- D.
  
  Ashoka 132 BCE
12.

Theravada "Way of Elders" Buddhism believes that salvation comes from __________.
- A.
  
  Good works
- B.
  
  Prayer
- C.
  
  Dharma
- D.
  
  The gods
13.

Theravada Buddhism has been the prominent religion of southeast Asia (Thailand, Burma, Cambodia, Laos) and Sri Lanka.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
14.

Mahayana "Greater Vehicle" Buddhism spread to which of the following
- A.
  
  Tibet
- B.
  
  Korea
- C.
  
  Japan
- D.
  
  Pakistan
- E.
  
  China
15.

_______________ provided the moral & social foundation of China.
16.

Confucianism had many philosophical similarities with ________ ethical teachings, both men taught "virtue ethics".
- A.
  
  Plato
- B.
  
  Augustine
- C.
  
  Decartes
- D.
  
  Aristotle
17.

Although popular, Confucianism has not had as much of an impact on the belief & behavior of Asians than any of the great religions.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
18.

The rulers main function in the Confucian state was to _______ & _________ the people.
19.

Confucianism stressed the vital importance of ________________ and education as the only true assurance of morality or "________________".
20.

The founder of Daoism was _____ "The Old One" in 3rd century BCE
- A.
  
  Muhammad
- B.
  
  Ghandi
- C.
  
  Laozi
- D.
  
  Fuzi
21.

As it acquired a mass following Daoism developed a pantheon of gods and immortals offering help to people in trouble.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
22.

The first serious Islamic attack on India came when the _____ attacked repeatedly under the leadership of ______________________ 971-1030 known as "Sword of Islam"
23.

Mamluks were protected non-muslims.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
24.

The _____ is a head tax paid by protected non-muslims.