Year 6
Can I write an essay about Hinduism?
In this lesson, we are going to be writing an essay about Hinduism, based on the knowledge we have acquired throughout the unit.
Year 6
Can I write an essay about Hinduism?
In this lesson, we are going to be writing an essay about Hinduism, based on the knowledge we have acquired throughout the unit.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Pupils will review and bring together their knowledge to write a synoptic essay aimed at answering the question of: What makes Hinduism unique?
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6 Questions
Q1.
Which of the following religions is thought to be the oldest?
Buddhism
Christianity
Islam
Judaism
Sikhism
Q2.
How many Purusharthas, or aims, are there in Hinduism?
One aim
Three aims
Two aims
Q3.
Karma means...
livelihood (the job you do to survive)
spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)
the power that supports the universe
Q4.
What is the symbolic purpose of Shiva's trident?
Representing the three gods, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva
Representing wisdom
Signifying power over dangerous creatures
Q5.
Match Shiva's cobra necklace to its symbolic purpose.
Representing the three gods, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva
Representing wisdom
Three lines drawn horizontally across the forehead in white ash. They represent Shiva's power and wealth
Q6.
Match Shiva's third eye to its symbolic purpose.
Representing the three gods, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva
Signifying power over dangerous creatures
Three lines drawn horizontally across the forehead in white ash. They represent Shiva's power and wealth
5 Questions
Q1.
Veda means...
sacred writings of a religion
wise person
Q2.
Atman means...
spiritual realization and freedom (being at one with Brahma)
the power that supports the universe
Q3.
Between which dates is the Vedic period thought to have occured?
c. 2000 - c. 200 BCE
c. 3000 - c. 1200 BCE
c. 3000 - c. 200 BCE
Q4.
When is Holi celebrated?
On the day after full moon during the month of Phalunga, which falls in April-May.
On the day after full moon during the month of Phalunga, which falls in January-March.
On the day after full moon during the month of Phalunga, which falls in March-April.
Q5.
Some celebrations in the UK have been criticised for...
not allowing Hindus to celebrate in the festivities.
using the wrong colours during the festivities.