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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Hindu say would happen if the divine base of everything is removed?

2. After pleasure seeking, what does Hinduism see as the next major life goal?

3. How did the followers of the Buddha categorize his teachings?

4. What physical exercise was developed by Taoists?

5. Under what condition does Hinduism allow for self-gratification of the senses?

Short Essay Questions

1. In what way is Buddhism a religion of introspection?

2. In two sentences, describe what is known about Lao Tzu.

3. What warning is given about the practice of raja yoga?

4. Explain something about the Atman.

5. What is the irony of Buddhist practice today?

6. Explain dharma and sangha and their relationship to Buddhist monks.

7. What is the gist of Philosophical Taoism?

8. Explain how Huston Smith compares his book to other survey studies.

9. Simply stated, how do the three approaches to Taoism come together?

10. Tell how one word came to epitomize Buddhism.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay on religious symbolism important to the American Indian. This will require a little research in the library or on the internet. In the essay discuss the power of symbols to preserve religion and culture.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay expressing your opinion about displaying the Ten Commandments in government offices and courts. Approach the subject from the point of view of religion as well as the point of view of a historical basis for public law. State which interpretation of the Ten Commandments seems the better for you.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay about religion and pacifism. Describe the approach several different religions take toward war. Give specific examples.

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