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1) Which denomination of Hinduism is more likely to accept the equal worship of multiple gods? A

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1) Which denomination of Hinduism is more likely to accept the equal worship of multiple gods? A. Shaivism B. Vaishnavism C. Shaktism D. Smartism 2. Most Hindus hold the belief that when they die, they are reincarnated back to life to live again. Their status in the next life is determined by their deeds in this one. Their hope, eventually, is to free themselves from this cycle by achieving a transcendent state. What term is used to describe this goal? A. Kama B. Artha C. Dharma D. Moshka 3. Neil is working hard attending a university. He spends his time studying to become a surgeon to help the people in his town. What Hindu phase of life is Neil MOST likely in? A. Brahmacharya B. Grihastha C. Vanaprastha D. Sannyasa 4. Finding a sense of fulfillment in achieving fame is described by Hindus in what way? A. Kama B. Artha C. Dharma D. Moshka 5. Kiara is a Vaishnava Hindu. She spends time reading and meditating on the Bhagavata Purana to draw closer to her god, Vishnu. What Hindu pathway is Kiara MOST likely focused on? A. Bhakti yoga B. Jnâna yoga C. Karma yoga D. Raja yoga 6. Dalip was a government official before Britain took control of India. What Hindu caste did Dalip MOST likely belong to? A. Brahman B. Kshatriya C. Vaishya D. Shudra 7. In which Hindu writings would you find stories MOST like the myths that ancient Greeks had about their gods? A. Vedas B. Upanishads C. Epics D. Sutras 8. Emma is preparing a special dinner for the employees of her company. She knows that at least 10 percent of her employees practice Hinduism. What kind of food would Emma want to leave off the menu out of respect for these employees? A. meat B. fish C. chicken D. beef 9. Forever the student, Ansh spends his days pouring over the Vedas, Upanishads, Epics, and Sutras. The more he studies, the more he reasons within himself about what kind of person he needs to be. What Hindu pathway is Ansh MOST likely focused on? A. Bhakti yoga B. Jnâna yoga C. Karma yoga D. Raja yoga 10. Entering the workplace of a Hindu, you notice drawings of five gods posted above the counter. What denomination of Hinduism would the owner MOST likely follow? A. Vaishnavism B. Shaktism C. Smartism D. Shaivism 11. In examining Hindu art, you might notice that the gods are often depicted with many arms. What does this signify? A. the different pathways to Moshka B. the different abilities of the god C. the different castes of people D. the four denominations of Hinduism 12. Hindus believe that it is important to spread their faith all over the world, which is why they are the third largest religion. A. True B. False 13. Fatima grew up in a wealthy home during the 14th century. Her family were members of the Kshatriya caste. They had a maid who would come clean Fatima's room and prepare her food in the mornings. What caste did Fatima's maid MOST likely belong to? A. Brahman B. Kshatriya C. Vaishya D. Shudra 14. What unique focus do the followers of Shaktism have? A. They believe the main god is feminine because everything comes from her. B. They believe in dharma more than the other denominations. C. They are monotheistic, exclusively worshipping the goddess Shakti. D. They reject the writing of the Vedas.