Question 1

Mahavira's _________ was extreme, consisting of severe fasting, meditation, and nakedness, all exposing him to the elements and to insects, which he refused to harm.

Accepted Answer

A)  ritualization 
B)  devotion 
C)  consciousness 
D)  asceticism

Question 2

Women lead the key Jain religious activities such as ________ and often have principal roles in performance of worship, particularly singing hymns.

Accepted Answer

A)  meditation 
B)  sacrifice 
C)  fasting 
D)  ahimsa

Question 3

The Shvetambara sect's adherents are called

Accepted Answer

A)  Umber-Clad 
B)  Red-Clad 
C)  Skin-Clad 
D)  White-Clad

Question 4

After twelve years of ascetic practice, Mahavira attained kevala, or omniscience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Examine the main tenets of the Digambara sect and the Shvetambara sect, pointing out differences and similarities.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Describe why it might be hard to be Jain in the contemporary world. Remember to use examples to support your statements.

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

Sadhvi Vicaksana, a Jain nun, was known for her keen mind, powers of expression, and uplifting effect on those around her.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What does the following Key Term mean:
-tirthankara

Accepted Answer

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-tirthankara...

Question 9

Jains believe in multiple gods, some of which they borrowed from Taoism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 4: Jainism

Mahavira's _________ was extreme, consisting of severe fasting, meditation, and nakedness, all exposing him to the elements and to insects, which he refused to harm.

Women lead the key Jain religious activities such as ________ and often have principal roles in performance of worship, particularly singing hymns.

The Shvetambara sect's adherents are called

After twelve years of ascetic practice, Mahavira attained kevala, or omniscience.

Examine the main tenets of the Digambara sect and the Shvetambara sect, pointing out differences and similarities.

Describe why it might be hard to be Jain in the contemporary world. Remember to use examples to support your statements.

Sadhvi Vicaksana, a Jain nun, was known for her keen mind, powers of expression, and uplifting effect on those around her.

What does the following Key Term mean: -tirthankara

Jains believe in multiple gods, some of which they borrowed from Taoism.