Question 1

Why did the Jains separate into two sects by 80 B.C.E., sects that still exist today?

Accepted Answer

A)  They separated because of a land dispute. 
B)  They separated because they disagreed over what it meant to be a true Jain. 
C)  They separated over a dispute involving the leadership of the religion. 
D)  They separated over a dispute involving the role of children in the religion.

Question 2

Explain the disagreement between the Svetambara sect and the Digambara sect regarding the role of women in Jainism. Which sect can claim to more truly adhere to the teachings of Mahavira?

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

Jains believe that the flesh is evil and must be tormented so this can attain release from the cycle of births.

Accepted Answer

A)  soul 
B)  body 
C)  heart 
D)  male

Question 4

Mahavira's life was similar to what other religious figure's life?

Accepted Answer

A)  the Prophet Muhammad 
B)  Jesus Christ 
C)  Buddha 
D)  Gandhi

Question 5

Practitioners of this religion and Jains share an understanding of time and religion.

Accepted Answer

A)  Hinduism 
B)  Theravada Buddhism 
C)  Roman Catholicism 
D)  Orthodox Judaism

Question 6

Mahavira and the other figures associated with the establishment of Jainism are called Tirthankaras, which means

Accepted Answer

A)  noble ones. 
B)  crossing builders. 
C)  conquerors. 
D)  enlightened one.

Question 7

What is one way Jains worship at home?

Accepted Answer

A)  They recite the names of the saints from the past. 
B)  They cook elaborate meals with special foods. 
C)  They erect altars to their ancestors. 
D)  They dress in special clothing.

Question 8

Which of the following is the title of the Jain scriptures?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vedas 
B)  Agamas 
C)  Tirthankaras 
D)  Gitas

Question 9

Orthodox Jains believe that these are the actual sermons or teachings Mahavira gave to his disciples.

Accepted Answer

A)  Agamas 
B)  Siddhantas 
C)  Digambaras 
D)  Svetambaras

Question 10

Mahavira taught that karma is built up as the result of what type of conduct?

Accepted Answer

A)  evil conduct 
B)  righteous conduct 
C)  all conduct 
D)  prayerful conduct

Exam 6: Jainism