Exploring Culture: Diffusion of Religion

Question 1

Describe the religious conflict in Nigeria. What are factors that contribute to the violence?

Question 2

How can religion be both a unifying and a dividing force? Use examples to explain this seeming contradiction.

Question 3

Christianity began in the same region as __________. A. Islam and Judaism B. Islam and Hinduism C. Buddhism and Judaism D. Buddhism and Hinduism Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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A

Question 4

Explain the role of colonialism in spreading Christianity around the world.

Question 5

Explain where Buddhism originated and how it spread.

Question 6

What do the Tuareg culture and the Candomblé faith have in common? A. Both originated in the South Pacific. B. Both appropriated cultural traditions from multiple sources. C. Both developed close ties with the Catholic Church. D. Both have a long history of religious persecution. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B

Question 7

Why is it significant that the name "Tuareg" may have been derived from the Arabic word meaning "abandoned by Allah"? A. This illustrates the religious tension in the region and the battle for believers waging along the "Middle Belt." B. This shows what more traditional North African Arabs may think of the way the Tuareg blend Islam with traditional African religions. C. This isn't signficiant, because it ignores more important elements of Tuareg culture, such as the blue-colored clothing and the salt trade. D. North African governments use this as a means to discriminate against the Tuareg people. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B

Question 8

Explain how the Tuareg practice Islam in a unique way.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: The Tuareg combine the Islamic faith with elements of traditional African religions. While they participate in daily prayers and Islamic festivals, they do not practice Islam strictly. The Tuareg are animistic, believing that spirits reside in nature. Both traditional and Islamic holy days are celebrated in their distinct ways, with appropriate music and rituals. Finally, both traditional herbal and ritual therapies and Quranic medicine are practiced.

Question 9

What is the primary role of missionaries within Christian faiths? A. to help govern Christian churches B. to interpret Biblical text C. to convert others to Christianity D. to raise money to support their church’s headquarters Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C

Question 10

Prior to the Diaspora, __________ had already been conquered by the Assyrians and Babylonians. A. Mecca B. Rome C. Israel D. Constantinople Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C

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