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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 are the two interpretations of messianic hope?

2. How do Jewish people view their traditions?

3. What revelation about God was made known through the Exodus?

4. What is wrong with science questioning religion's ability to answer questions of ultimate reality?

5. What was the avowed purpose of Jesus?

Short Essay Questions

1. Define the early or major prophets of Israel.

2. How do the Australian aborigines view the spiritual realm?

3. What was the good news of Jesus and how was it circulated?

4. Discuss briefly the economics of Islam.

5. What is the unique characteristic of primal oral religions?

6. What impact did Jewish history make on the world?

7. What summarizes the mystery of the church?

8. How did Judaism portray the relationship between God and man?

9. What about religions other than the historical religions from Confucianism to Christianity?

10. Briefly list and explain the Five Pillars of Islam.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay comparing Buddhism and Protestantism as movements to reform ecclesiastical excesses. In the essay contrast the methods used to bring about the reforms.

Essay Topic 2

Write a critique of Huston Smith's book, The World's Religions. In your critique discuss such things as how well the topics were covered, how easy or difficult the points were to understand, and whether you would recommend the book for others to read.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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