Can I write an essay about Hinduism?

In this lesson, we are going to be writing an essay about Hinduism, based on the knowledge we have acquired throughout the unit.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Q1.Which of the following religions is thought to be the oldest?

ChristianityBuddhismJudaismSikhismHinduismIslam

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Q2.How many Purusharthas, or aims, are there in Hinduism?

Four aimsThree aimsTwo aimsOne aim

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Q3.Karma means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universefor every action, there is a reaction or a consequencelivelihood (the job you do to survive)

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Q4.What is the symbolic purpose of Shiva's trident?

Signifying power over dangerous creaturesThree lines drawn horizontally across the forehead in white ash. They represent Shiva's power and wealthRepresenting the three gods, Brahma, Vishnu and ShivaRepresenting wisdom

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Q5.Match Shiva's cobra necklace to its symbolic purpose.

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Q6.Match Shiva's third eye to its symbolic purpose.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Which of the following religions is thought to be the oldest?

ChristianityBuddhismJudaismSikhismHinduismIslam

1/6

Q2.How many Purusharthas, or aims, are there in Hinduism?

Four aimsThree aimsTwo aimsOne aim

2/6

Q3.Karma means...

spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)the power that supports the universefor every action, there is a reaction or a consequencelivelihood (the job you do to survive)

3/6

Q4.What is the symbolic purpose of Shiva's trident?

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Q5.Match Shiva's cobra necklace to its symbolic purpose.

5/6

Q6.Match Shiva's third eye to its symbolic purpose.

6/6

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Q1.Veda means...

wise personsacred writings of a religionknowledge (of existence)

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Q2.Atman means...

the power that supports the universethe soul; the spiritual beingspiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)

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Q3.Between which dates is the Vedic period thought to have occured?

c. 1200 - c. 200 BCEc. 3000 - c. 200 BCEc. 3000 - c. 1200 BCEc. 2000 - c. 200 BCE

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Q4.When is Holi celebrated?

On the day after full moon during the month of Phalunga, which falls in January-March.On the day after full moon during the month of Phalunga, which falls in February-March.On the day after full moon during the month of Phalunga, which falls in March-April.On the day after full moon during the month of Phalunga, which falls in April-May.

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Q5.Some celebrations in the UK have been criticised for...

using the wrong colours during the festivities.not staying true to the festival's cultural and religious significance.not allowing Hindus to celebrate in the festivities.

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Can I plan an essay about Hinduism?

End of lesson quiz

Q1.Veda means...

wise personsacred writings of a religionknowledge (of existence)

1/5

Q2.Atman means...

the power that supports the universethe soul; the spiritual beingspiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)

2/5

Q3.Between which dates is the Vedic period thought to have occured?

c. 1200 - c. 200 BCEc. 3000 - c. 200 BCEc. 3000 - c. 1200 BCEc. 2000 - c. 200 BCE

3/5

Q4.When is Holi celebrated?

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Q5.Some celebrations in the UK have been criticised for...

using the wrong colours during the festivities.not staying true to the festival's cultural and religious significance.not allowing Hindus to celebrate in the festivities.

5/5

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Unit quizzes are being retired in August 2023

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Unit quizzes are being retired in August 2023

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Can I plan an essay about Hinduism?

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