- 1. New religious movements, often referred to as cults or alternative religions, are innovative and diverse spiritual groups that have emerged in the modern era. These movements often challenge traditional beliefs, practices, and social norms, leading to controversy and criticism from mainstream society. Some new religious movements offer a sense of community, personal meaning, and spiritual growth to their followers, while others have been associated with harmful behaviors and manipulation. Scholars study new religious movements to understand the dynamics of religious innovation and the impact of these groups on individuals and society.
Which movement was founded by L. Ron Hubbard?
A) Scientology
B) Hare Krishna
C) Mormonism
D) Jehovah's Witnesses
- 2. What is the holy text of the Rastafari movement?
A) Tao Te Ching
B) Bible
C) The Holy Piby
D) Quran
- 3. Members of the Unification Church are sometimes referred to as ___________ .
A) Amish
B) Moonies
C) Quakers
D) Shakers
- 4. The Osho movement is also known as ___________.
A) Jainism
B) Amish
C) Rajneesh Movement
D) Pentecostalism
- 5. Which movement was founded by Joseph Smith?
A) Baha'i Faith
B) Hare Krishna
C) Mormonism
D) Scientology
- 6. Which movement centers around the belief in non-violence and vegetarianism?
A) Rastafari
B) Wicca
C) Jainism
D) Sufism
- 7. The Hare Krishna movement is also known as ___________ .
A) Raelism
B) ISKCON
C) Branch Davidians
D) Unification Church
- 8. The Waco siege involved members of which movement led by David Koresh?
A) Branch Davidians
B) Raelism
C) Bahá'í Faith
D) Heaven's Gate
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