Atheism 01

1. Atheists are people who .....

   • Don't believe in supernatural beings
   • Believe in superhuman beings
   • Believe in supernatural beings
   • Believe in Superman

2. Another group that reject the idea of supernaturalism is which one of the following?

   • Activists
   • Capitalists
   • Humanists
   • Revivalists

3. Is it possible to be both an atheist and religious?

   • No
   • Yes
   • Only on Sundays
   • Only on weekdays and Saturdays

4. Which one of these is true of atheists?

   • They often follow the same moral code as religious people
   • They have no morals
   • They have few morals
   • They have highly developed morals

5. A person who strongly believes that religion should be excluded from government is best described as .....

   • An Atheist
   • An Agriculturalist
   • A Secularist
   • A Structuralist

6. Which well-known modern writer is a supporter of atheism and also the author of 'The Selfish Gene'?

   • John Sawkins
   • Kevin Lawkins
   • Richard Dawkins
   • Stephen Hawking

7. Atheists give many reasons for their beliefs but which one of the following is NOT used as an argument against religion?

   • Religion is only for the rich
   • Religion stops people thinking in a rational way
   • Religions obstruct scientific research
   • Religions waste time and money

8. Atheists concede that there are good things about religion - which one of the following is in that category?

   • Religious charities and good works
   • Religious festivals that give meaning to life
   • Religious rituals that help people understand
   • Religious history of Christian leaders

9. Voltaire said 'Those who believe absurdities will commit ..... '

   • Activities
   • Amenities
   • Annuities
   • Atrocities

10. As with most religions there are different groups within atheism. Which of these is NOT a recognised group?

    • Negative
    • Positive
    • Weak
    • Passive

Quiz written by Colin King