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Religious Education Quiz - Hinduism (Questions)

Learn about Hindu beliefs and how Hindus worship. This KS1 Religious Education quiz helps children spot key places, objects and ideas linked to Hinduism in everyday life.

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Fascinating Fact:

A mandir is a Hindu place of worship, often called a temple. Some Hindus also pray at home.

In KS1 Religious Education, children learn that Hinduism is a world religion with special stories, celebrations and ways of worship. Pupils may explore how Hindus show respect, give thanks, and try to live in a good way.

Key Terms

Hindu: A person who follows Hinduism and belongs to the Hindu faith.
Deity: A god or goddess that people worship or show respect to.
Festival: A special day of celebration, often linked to beliefs, stories or seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is Hinduism in KS1?

In KS1, Hinduism is taught as a religion followed by Hindus, with special stories, celebrations, and ways of showing respect, such as praying, singing or giving thanks.

What do Hindus believe about being kind?

Many Hindus believe it is important to treat others with care and respect. Being kind, helping others and making good choices are often linked to living a good life.

What are Hindu festivals for children to learn about?

Children often learn about festivals such as Diwali, which celebrates light and good winning over bad, and Holi, which welcomes spring and is marked by colourful celebrations.

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Where does Hinduism come from?

[ ]	England
[ ]	Japan
[ ]	India
[ ]	Spain

The symbol for Hinduism is called the....

[ ]	Aum
[ ]	Oliver
[ ]	Henrietta
[ ]	Sam

Where do Hindus worship?

[ ]	A church
[ ]	A synagogue
[ ]	A shopping centre
[ ]	A temple

Hindus believe in....

[ ]	eating pizza everyday
[ ]	staring at the sun
[ ]	reincarnation
[ ]	dancing in circles

Which of these is not the name of a Hindu God?

[ ]	Bob
[ ]	Brahma
[ ]	Vishnu
[ ]	Shiva

Which of these is not the name of a Hindu Goddess?

[ ]	Saraswati
[ ]	Samantha
[ ]	Lakshmi
[ ]	Parvati

If a Hindu worships from home, what do they need?

[ ]	A house big enough to fit a temple
[ ]	A large cupboard
[ ]	A shrine
[ ]	A lift and bowling alley

What is the name of the book they read from?

[ ]	Violet
[ ]	Viva
[ ]	Verda
[ ]	Vera

What is a pilgrimage?

[ ]	A journey to visit shops
[ ]	A journey to visit religious places
[ ]	A journey to the beach
[ ]	A journey to Disneyland

10.

Which term does not represent how a Hindu should lead their lives?

[ ]	Moksha
[ ]	Dharma
[ ]	Happily
[ ]	Artha

You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Hinduism

Religious Education Quiz - Hinduism (Answers)

Where does Hinduism come from?

[ ]	England
[ ]	Japan
[x]	India
[ ]	Spain

It originates from Northern India.

The symbol for Hinduism is called the....

[x]	Aum
[ ]	Oliver
[ ]	Henrietta
[ ]	Sam

This is the sound people make when meditating.

Where do Hindus worship?

[ ]	A church
[ ]	A synagogue
[ ]	A shopping centre
[x]	A temple

Hindu temples are called mandirs.

Hindus believe in....

[ ]	eating pizza everyday
[ ]	staring at the sun
[x]	reincarnation
[ ]	dancing in circles

Reincarnation is when you die and return as something else - who knows, you could come back as a snail!

Which of these is not the name of a Hindu God?

[x]	Bob
[ ]	Brahma
[ ]	Vishnu
[ ]	Shiva

There are many gods within this religion and so Hindus tend to pick one god and pray to him for a long period of time.

Which of these is not the name of a Hindu Goddess?

[ ]	Saraswati
[x]	Samantha
[ ]	Lakshmi
[ ]	Parvati

Each God or Goddess represents something different, like wealth, health or wisdom.

If a Hindu worships from home, what do they need?

[ ]	A house big enough to fit a temple
[ ]	A large cupboard
[x]	A shrine
[ ]	A lift and bowling alley

Most Hindus worship at their shrine every day.

What is the name of the book they read from?

[ ]	Violet
[ ]	Viva
[x]	Verda
[ ]	Vera

It is written in Sanskrit.