The Hindu Calendar

23 Grade 4 Religious Education (HRE) questions on The Hindu Calendar, with worked marking schemes. 23 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   A learner from another religion is invited to watch a Diwali celebration. The best attitude to show is:

   A. Mocking the festival

   B. Refusing to greet anyone

   C. Damaging the decorations

   D. Respect for others' beliefs

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   Which statement about Hindu festivals is TRUE?

   A. They are days for quarreling

   B. They are usually joyful times of prayer and togetherness

   C. They are days to skip worship

   D. They are held to harm others

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3. Question 3

   4 marks

   During Raksha Bandhan, Aarti ties a rakhi on her brother's wrist.

   (a) What does the rakhi represent?

   (b) State TWO things the brother promises or does in return.

   (4 marks)

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   (a) 2 marks: it represents the bond of love and protection between brother and sister. (b) 1 mark each (max 2): the brother promises to protect/care for his sister; gives her a gift; treats her with love and respect. Max 4 total.

4. Question 4

   1 mark

   Ravi's family cleans and decorates their home and lights many diyas. Which festival are they most likely preparing for?

   A. Holi

   B. Janmashtami

   C. Raksha Bandhan

   D. Diwali

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   The festival of lights celebrated by Hindus is called:

   A. Idd

   B. Easter

   C. Diwali

   D. Christmas

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   The Hindu calendar is mainly based on the movement of the:

   A. Cars

   B. Moon and sun

   C. Rivers

   D. Wind

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   During Holi, people mainly celebrate by:

   A. Throwing coloured powder and water

   B. Tying threads

   C. Lighting fireworks only

   D. Fasting silently all day

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8. Question 8

   4 marks

   Explain the meaning of the Diwali festival. Give TWO points.

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   2 marks per point (max 4): it is the festival of lights; it celebrates the victory of good over evil / light over darkness; it is a time of joy, prayer and family togetherness; lamps are lit to welcome blessings. Accept any two explained points.

9. Question 9

   1 mark

   Festivals in the Hindu calendar teach values such as:

   A. Hatred and quarrels

   B. Greed and pride

   C. Unity, love and sharing

   D. Laziness

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    During Diwali, Hindus light small lamps. These lamps are commonly called:

    A. Torches

    B. Bulbs

    C. Diyas

    D. Candlesticks

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11. Question 11

    3 marks

    State THREE activities that Hindus do during the Diwali festival.

    (3 marks)

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    1 mark each (max 3): lighting diyas/lamps; cleaning and decorating homes; visiting the temple/praying; sharing sweets and gifts; wearing new clothes; lighting fireworks; visiting family and friends. Accept any three.

12. Question 12

    6 marks

    Describe how the Holi festival is celebrated. Give THREE points.

    (6 marks)

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    2 marks each (max 6): people throw coloured powder and water on one another; they sing, dance and play together; they visit friends and relatives; they share sweets and food; they forgive one another and mend friendships; it celebrates the arrival of spring/good over evil. Accept any three.

13. Question 13

    1 mark

    Which of these is a common activity during most Hindu festivals?

    A. Visiting the temple and praying

    B. Ignoring God

    C. Destroying property

    D. Refusing to meet family

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14. Question 14

    1 mark

    The Hindu festival of colours, where people playfully throw coloured powder, is called:

    A. Diwali

    B. Holi

    C. Navratri

    D. Raksha Bandhan

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15. Question 15

    6 marks

    Give THREE reasons why festivals are important to Hindus.

    (6 marks)

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    2 marks each (max 6): they bring families and communities together/unity; they remind people of God and religious teachings; they promote values like love, sharing and forgiveness; they preserve Hindu culture and traditions; they bring joy and thanksgiving. Accept any three explained reasons.

16. Question 16

    1 mark

    The festival of Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord:

    A. Krishna

    B. Rama

    C. Hanuman

    D. Ganesha

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17. Question 17

    1 mark

    Which festival celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters?

    A. Navratri

    B. Diwali

    C. Holi

    D. Raksha Bandhan

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18. Question 18

    1 mark

    Diwali is celebrated to mark the victory of:

    A. Cars over bicycles

    B. Light over darkness / good over evil

    C. Water over fire

    D. Day over night only

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19. Question 19

    1 mark

    During Raksha Bandhan, a sister ties a sacred thread on her brother's wrist. This thread is called:

    A. Tilak

    B. Mala

    C. Diya

    D. Rakhi

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20. Question 20

    1 mark

    Hindu festivals are important because they help people to:

    A. Forget their culture

    B. Quarrel with neighbours

    C. Skip prayers

    D. Remember God and celebrate together

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21. Question 21

    1 mark

    Sharing sweets and gifts with neighbours during festivals teaches Hindus the virtue of:

    A. Pride

    B. Anger

    C. Generosity and love

    D. Greed

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22. Question 22

    1 mark

    Navratri is a Hindu festival that lasts for how many nights, as its name suggests?

    A. One night

    B. Nine nights

    C. Twenty nights

    D. Two nights

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23. Question 23

    2 marks

    Name any TWO festivals found in the Hindu calendar.

    (2 marks)

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    1 mark each (max 2): Diwali; Holi; Raksha Bandhan; Navratri; Janmashtami. Accept any two genuine Hindu festivals.

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