Module 3 Quiz: Religious Diversity

Judaism predates the time of Jesus and the start of Christianity.

Judaism is rooted in stories found in the Old Testament of the Bible.

Muhammad, the prophet of Islam, brought his message beginning in the year 570 CE.

Judaism, Christianity and Islam are the three great monotheistic religions.

Buddha taught in the 6th century BCE in China.

Hindus consider Buddha to be an incarnation of the god Vishnu.

Catholic and Baptist are both Christian religions.

Place the five major religions in order from largest to smallest (in terms of number of followers):

Place these religions in order from oldest to youngest:

Shi'ite and Sunni are two kinds of Islam.

What three religions are older than Christianity?

Which of the following are monotheistic religions that trace their origins to Abraham? (Select all that apply)

Which three religions are 'missionary' religions?

Islam is more related to Judaism and Christianity than to Hinduism and Buddhism.

Key Concepts in Religious Diversity

Judaism predates Jesus and the emergence of Christianity, highlighting its historical significance in the Abrahamic tradition.
The roots of Judaism are deeply embedded in the Old Testament, which contains foundational stories and teachings.
Muhammad began his prophetic mission in the 7th century CE, not 570 CE, clarifying the timeline of Islamic revelation.

Monotheistic Religions

The three major monotheistic religions—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam—share a belief in one God and have interlinked histories.
As a significant branch of Islam, Shi'ite and Sunni divide further exemplifies the complexity within the religion itself.

Historical Development of Religions

The chronological development of major world religions reveals that Hinduism is the oldest, followed by Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam.
Buddhism and its origins in India contrast with its later associations in other regions, such as its perception in China.

Religious Hierarchies

Christianity holds the largest number of adherents globally, followed by Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Judaism.
Recognizing the relationship among the three monotheistic religions tracing back to Abraham provides context to their shared narratives.

Missionary Religions

Christianity, Islam, and Buddhism are identified as missionary religions, actively promoting their faith and seeking new adherents.

Interconnectedness of Religions

Islam's close ties to Judaism and Christianity form a crucial part of understanding its teachings and how they relate to other religions like Hinduism and Buddhism.

Test your knowledge about the basics of religious diversity with our Module 3 quiz. This quiz covers key concepts, historical timelines, and foundational beliefs of several major religions, including Judaism and Islam. Challenge yourself to identify true or false statements and deepen your understanding of these rich traditions.