Hinduism (pg. 136-139)

Worksheet by Katherine Ames
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Social Studies
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6
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ENG
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Why do historians think that the Aryan beliefs influenced Hinduism? The founder of Hinduism lived at the same time as the Aryans. The ruins of Hindu shrines were found in the Aryan villages Many Hindu gods were pictured on Aryan pottery and jewlery. Hindus sing hymns dedicated to Aryan gods. Which is NOT a main belief of Hinduism? Shiva keeps the order of the universe. Brahman is the source and final destination of everything. People should respect nature and animals. Good and bad actions affect a person's afterlife. Which is NOT true about the caste system? Hindus in every caste have specific jobs. People must marry within their castes. Hindus remain in their castes for life. The system is supported by the Indian government today. Who is allowed to participate in Hinduism? people in every caste only the highly educated only priests people who have become enlightened. Which best describes Hinduisum? monotheistic polythesistic What is a Hindu collection of more than 1,000 hymns that priests recite at ceremonies during rituals called? bible torah Rig Veda 10 commandments Which word best defines reincarnate? death burial holy text rebirth Read the statement below and determine if it is true or false.Hinduism is one of the oldest religions in the world. True False Read the statement below and determine if it is true or false.Hindus followed eight noble truths. True False Read the statement below and determine if it is true or false.According to page 137, the reader can conclude that Hindus show respect for their gods by keeping small shrines in their homes where they can offer prayers to their gods. True False

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