Studies of Religion II

What is a continuing effect of dispossession on Aboriginal spiritualities?
A. Kinship links have remained.
B. Totemic diversity has remained.
C. Connection to European practices and culture have been lost.
D. Cultural practices, land and ancestral teachings have been lost.

An aim of the National Council of Churches in Australia is to foster the
A. promotion of ecumenical gatherings.
B. formation of a new religious tradition.
C. creation of a Christian denomination in Australia.
D. development of a Christian ecumenical sacred text.

Which of the following terms describes the recognition of past wrongs by non-Aboriginal people, and the building of respectful relationships with Aboriginal Peoples?
A. Assimilation
B. Integration
C. Reconciliation
D. Segregation

Which of the following is most likely a secular activity?
A. Studying at a religious school
B. Attending a graduation ceremony
C. A Christian family praying at a church service
D. Participating in an interdenominational fundraiser

Which of the following best explains the importance of ceremonial life in Aboriginal spirituality?
A. It is purely used for social gatherings.
B. It is only performed during times of crisis and natural disasters.
C. It allows for the unified expression of beliefs for all worldviews.
D. It is a way to connect with the land, ancestors and spiritual beings.

The Australian Survey of Social Attitudes is conducted annually. In 2018, it asked questions about the topic of religion. Which of the following responses from the survey could be from an adherent of a New Age religion?
A. I have confidence in mainstream church leadership.
B. I consider myself to be more spiritual than religious.
C. I put my complete trust in science rather than a religious faith.
D. I believe traditional religion is as relevant today as it was in the past.

What was the outcome of the Wik decision?
A. It abolished the concept of Native Title.
B. It overturned the declaration of terra nullius.
C. It determined that Native Title could coexist with pastoral leases.
D. It introduced constitutional recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Statement 1: A finding of the 2021 Australian Census was that Christianity decreased by more than one million people, but it was still Australia’s largest religious tradition. Statement 2: From 2016 to 2021, Hinduism was the fastest growing major religious tradition in Australia. Which of the following is correct?
A. Both statements are true.
B. Both statements are false.
C. Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true.
D. Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false.

Why is religious dialogue important in Australia post 1945?

How does atheism help a person find meaning in life?
A. By encouraging belief in an afterlife
B. By supporting personal value and choice
C. By guiding people to follow a sacred text
D. By teaching that god gives life its purpose

I love attending the Festival of Stars and Spirits because it’s somewhere I can really express my individuality. The above quote demonstrates that new religious expressions and spiritualities
A. appeal only to younger people.
B. reduce the availability of mystical opportunities.
C. increase attendance at traditional communal worship.
D. assist in the search for personal fulfilment and meaning. 2552 –7–

Alex and Cam are having a conversation.
ALEX: So, where do you stand on the whole god thing?
CAM: Honestly, I’m not sure. I just don’t think anyone knows for sure.
ALEX: Yeah, but don’t most people either believe or not?
CAM: I don’t know, I’m open to the idea that something might be out there but I haven’t seen anything that proves it.
From the above conversation, Cam is best described as
A. an agnostic.
B. an animist.
C. an atheist.
D. a humanist.

Statement 1: The growth of new religious expressions has led to the abandonment of environmental concerns in favour of technological progress.
Statement 2: New religious expressions emphasise the spiritual connection with nature and promote ecological responsibility.
Which of the following is correct?
A. Both statements are true.
B. Both statements are false.
C. Statement 1 is false and Statement 2 is true.
D. Statement 1 is true and Statement 2 is false.

Scientific Humanism’s goal is to understand the world and guide human behaviour. Which of the following best reflects this belief system?
A. Emphasis on welfare, ethics and reason
B. Promotion of faith-based spiritual practices
C. Reliance on ancient traditions and divine instructions for decision making
D. Prioritisation of individual subjective experiences as the only source of truth

Explain TWO ethical teachings relevant to ONE of the following areas: • Bioethics • Environmental ethics • Sexual ethics.

Describe how ONE significant practice expresses ONE belief of Buddhism.

Evaluate how ONE significant person or school of thought, other than the Buddha, provides direction for a meaningful life for Buddhist adherents.

Describe how ONE significant practice expresses ONE belief of Christianity.

Explain TWO ethical teachings relevant to ONE of the following areas: • Bioethics • Environmental ethics • Sexual ethics.

Evaluate how ONE significant person or school of thought, other than Jesus, provides direction for a meaningful life for Christian adherents.

Evaluate how ONE significant person or school of thought, other than The Vedas, provides direction for a meaningful life for Hindu adherents.

Describe how ONE significant practice expresses ONE belief of Hinduism.

Explain TWO ethical teachings relevant to ONE of the following areas: • Bioethics • Environmental ethics • Sexual ethics.