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Religion Common Core RI.8.6 resources
Christianity, Judaism & Islam - Comparison Grid & Vocab List
The three great Western Religions, also known as the Abrahamic religions because of their common connection to the Old Testament Patriarch, account for more than 3 billion adherents worldwide. Yet despite their similar origins, conflicts between Jews, Muslims and/or Christians, continue to fester in much of Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia. What is the source of this discord - is it caused by the religions themselves, or by their believers?This two-part worksheet provides a thorough intr
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Jewish Story of Moses & Exodus of Egypt, Judaism Reading Activities
This reading activity resource explores the seminal story of the Israelites' liberation from slavery in Egypt in the 13th century BCE, under the leadership of Moses. This defining event laid the foundations for the development of Judaism and the Jewish people's national identity. After enduring oppression and harsh labor under an unbending Pharaoh, God unleashed ten devastating plagues upon Egypt. When the final plague killed all firstborn sons, Pharaoh finally relented and expelled the Israelit
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5th - 12th
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Also included in: Jewish Stories & Activities Bundle
Diwali Reading Comprehension
Diwali Dipawali reading comprehension pack. A detailed 2 page article that provides an overview of the main Hindu festival and includes differentiated comprehension questions that focus on reading skills and language and structure analysis. It can be used in form time as part of literacy focus, or in an English lesson for Grade 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 comprehension training. It is interesting, useful, very easy to use and good way to combine Religious Studies, Citizenship and English.
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6th - 10th
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The Philosophical & Spiritual Traditions of China
The theological roots of Chinese culture extend back several thousands of years. However, it was only in the 6th Century BCE, during the Zhou Dynasty's reign, that these fragments of legend and philosophy began to coalesce into the formalized religions of Confucianism, Legalism, Taoism and Chinese Buddhism. This two-part worksheet provides a thorough, side-by-side introduction to the four faiths that helped to shape Chinese culture and political theory. Part I contains a Compare and Contrast fi
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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The Ottoman & Safavid Empires (Match 'Em & Short Answer)
The Ottoman and Safavid Empires had much in common: both were Islamic theocracies, both grew rich by controlling Near-Eastern trade routes and both wanted to expand their dominion into lands held by the other. Needless to say, conflict between the two was inevitable. This two-part worksheet provides an overview of their inter-empire rivalry, spanning from Osman I's founding of the Ottoman Empire to the Safavid's dynasty's crushing defeat at the Battle of Chaldiran. Part I contains eleven matchi
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Ancient India – Aryans, Epics & Vedas
Few nations on Earth can claim the spiritual street cred that belongs to India. Indeed, the ancient Asian subcontinent is the source of several major religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. But what historical conditions in India explain its philosophical richness?This two-part World History worksheet devotes itself to the above question. Focusing on the ancient origins of Hinduism, perhaps the world's oldest religion, Part I contains five short answer questions. Part II is
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6th - 12th
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Hinduism & Buddhism - The Basics
With more than 1 billion combined adherents worldwide, Hinduism and Buddhism rank among Earth's most-practiced spiritual traditions. However, due to their characterization in popular culture, many westerners see these great religions as confusing and outdated – or worse, as "hippy-dippy" nonsense, followed only by New Age yoga aficionados.This eight question worksheet employs various methods - including Fill in the Blanks, Identification/Short Answer, Compare/Contrast and "Match-Ems" - to help s
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Spread of Islam (Match 'Em & Short Answer)
At around 1500 years old, Islam is a relative newcomer among the world's great religions. Yet, despite the faith's comparatively recent origins, three separate Muslim empires - Umayyad, Abbasid & Mongol - have in turn stretched from Central Asia to the Mediterranean. But how could such a young religion have spread so quickly? This two-part worksheet provides an overview of Islam's early years. By completing its exercises, students will gain a basic understanding of the faith's first leaders
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Religion & Art of the Ancient Egyptians - Fill in the Blanks
Egypt, the mysterious land of the Pharaohs, has captivated Westerners since well before the time of Julius Caesar. How did a civilization so ancient achieve such power, such technological and artistic grandeur? And role did religion play in this evolution?Featuring a word bank with such important terms as Hieroglyphics, mummification, Tutankhamen, The Rosetta Stone and more, this worksheet consists of eleven fill-in-the-blank questions. Completing it will help develop students' analytical abilit
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5th - 10th
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