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

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

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

Christianity Buddhism Judaism Sikhism Hinduism Islam

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

Four aims Three aims Two aims One aim

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Q3.Karma means...

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

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Q4.Match Shiva's features to their symbolic purpose.

A third-eye

Signifying power over dangerous creatures Three lines drawn horizontally across the forehead in white ash. They represent Shiva's power and wealth Representing the three gods, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva Representing wisdom

A cobra necklace

A trident

The vibhuti

4/4

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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!

Question 1

Question 2

Question 3

Question 4

Question 5

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

Christianity Buddhism Judaism Sikhism Hinduism Islam

1/4

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

Four aims Three aims Two aims One aim

2/4

Q3.Karma means...

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

3/4

Q4.Match Shiva's features to their symbolic purpose.

A third-eye

A cobra necklace

A trident

The vibhuti

4/4

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Can I plan an essay about Hinduism?

End of lesson quiz

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Q1.Veda means...

wise person sacred writings of a religion knowledge (of existence)

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Q2.Atman means...

the power that supports the universe the soul; the spiritual being spiritual 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 BCE c. 3000 - c. 200 BCE c. 3000 - c. 1200 BCE c. 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

Question 1

Question 2

Question 3

Question 4

Question 5

Q1.Veda means...

wise person sacred writings of a religion knowledge (of existence)

1/5

Q2.Atman means...

the power that supports the universe the soul; the spiritual being spiritual 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 BCE c. 3000 - c. 200 BCE c. 3000 - c. 1200 BCE c. 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

Lesson summary: Can I write an essay about Hinduism?

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