Religion Definitions Quiz

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What is the Latin word that refers to something done with overly anxious or scrupulous attention to detail?

  • Ceremonies
  • Religio (correct)
  • Beliefs
  • Rituals

What is the key component of a religion according to the text?

  • Rules
  • Beliefs (correct)
  • Rituals
  • Ceremonies

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a key component of religion in the text?

  • Beliefs
  • Rituals (correct)
  • Rules
  • Worship

What is the primary purpose of religion according to the text?

<p>To worship God or a group of gods (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of the Latin word 'religio' mentioned in the text?

<p>It refers to something done with attention to detail (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the information provided, what is the most likely origin of the term 'religion'?

<p>It was derived from the Latin word 'religare' which means 'to tie together'. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the major world religions has the largest percentage of adherents according to the information provided?

<p>Christianity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the population is described as 'non-religious' according to the data?

<p>14.09% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the major religions represented in the data is most accurate?

<p>Hinduism has the second largest percentage of adherents. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the population is described as belonging to 'other religions' according to the information provided?

<p>12.48% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main topic discussed in the given text?

<p>The origin and explanations of religion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about some explanations for the origin of religion?

<p>They aim to denigrate or simplify religion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, what can be inferred about the author's perspective on religion?

<p>The author is critical of explanations that denigrate religion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines the term 'religion' based on the context of the text?

<p>A set of beliefs and practices related to the supernatural (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the nature of the explanations mentioned in the text?

<p>They are diverse and varied in their approaches (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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