Virtues for Righteousness in Buddhism and Sikhism
29 Grade 6 Religious Education (HRE) questions on Virtues for Righteousness in Buddhism and Sikhism, with worked marking schemes. 29 questions are available on this topic in full.
Question 1
1 markThe Buddhist virtue known as 'karuna' means:
A. Anger
B. Pride
C. Compassion
D. Greed
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1 markThe first Guru and founder of the Sikh religion was:
A. Guru Nanak
B. Guru Arjan
C. Guru Gobind Singh
D. Guru Angad
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1 markAccording to Buddhism, following the Noble Eightfold Path leads a person to:
A. A long journey
B. Many friends
C. Great wealth
D. The end of suffering (Nirvana)
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1 markA Buddhist boy finds an injured bird and gently cares for it until it recovers. Which virtue is he showing?
A. Compassion (karuna)
B. Pride
C. Laziness
D. Greed
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4 marksThe Sikh langar allows rich and poor to eat together on the same floor.
(a) Name the virtue it promotes.
(b) Explain two ways this practice can guide learners in school.
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(a) 1 mark: equality (or sharing). (b) up to 3 marks, 1 mark per point (max 3): treat all classmates as equal regardless of background; share food or belongings with those who have none; serve others without expecting reward; welcome everyone. Total capped at 4.
Question 6
1 markThe Sikh place of worship is known as a:
A. Gurdwara
B. Vihara
C. Mosque
D. Temple
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1 markThe Buddhist virtue 'metta' is best described as:
A. Desire for revenge
B. Fear of others
C. Love of wealth
D. Loving-kindness towards all
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1 markThe Sikh teaching 'Vand Chakko' encourages believers to:
A. Travel far away
B. Fight their enemies
C. Collect riches
D. Share what they have with others
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1 markOne of the Five Precepts of Buddhism instructs a follower to refrain from:
A. Reading scriptures
B. Eating vegetables
C. Sleeping at night
D. Harming any living being
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1 markEveryone who visits a Sikh langar sits on the floor and eats the same food together. This practice mainly teaches the virtue of:
A. Wealth
B. Silence
C. Equality
D. Bravery
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1 markIn a Sikh Gurdwara, 'langar' refers to:
A. A festival of lights
B. A special turban worn by men
C. A prayer said in the morning
D. A free community kitchen where everyone eats together
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1 markThe holy scripture of the Sikhs is called:
A. Bhagavad Gita
B. Guru Granth Sahib
C. Tripitaka
D. Ramayana
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1 markHarpreet gives part of his lunch to a hungry classmate every day. Which Sikh virtue is he practising?
A. Vand Chakko (sharing)
B. Naam Japna
C. Kirat Karo
D. Ahimsa
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4 marksExplain two ways in which practising loving-kindness (metta) can promote peace in the community.
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2 marks per point, max 4: it reduces quarrels because people wish each other well; it encourages helping and forgiving one another; it removes hatred and revenge; it builds friendship and unity among neighbours. Any two explained.
Question 15
2 marksState two important teachings of Guru Nanak.
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6 marksExplain the meaning of each of the three Sikh pillars: (a) Naam Japna (b) Kirat Karo (c) Vand Chakko.
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2 marks each, max 6: (a) Naam Japna — remembering and meditating on God's name/keeping God in mind; (b) Kirat Karo — earning a living honestly through hard and truthful work; (c) Vand Chakko — sharing one's earnings and food with others, especially the needy.
Question 17
4 marksExplain two virtues taught by Buddhism that lead to righteous living.
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2 marks per virtue (named + explained), max 4: Karuna/compassion — caring for those who suffer; Metta/loving-kindness — wishing everyone well; non-violence — not harming living things; honesty; self-control over desires. Any two explained.
Question 18
4 marksExplain two ways in which a learner can show compassion (karuna) to others at school.
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2 marks per way, max 4: helping a sick or hurt classmate; comforting someone who is sad; sharing with those who lack; being kind to a new or lonely pupil; caring for animals in the school compound. Any two explained.
Question 19
2 marksName two virtues that are common to both Buddhism and Sikhism.
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1 markThe three pillars of Sikhism are Naam Japna, Kirat Karo and:
A. Ahimsa
B. Nirvana
C. Vand Chakko
D. Langar
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4 marksA trader is tempted to cheat customers to make more money. Using the Sikh teaching of Kirat Karo, explain two reasons why he should not cheat.
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2 marks per reason, max 4: Kirat Karo requires earning honestly, so cheating is wrong; honesty builds trust with customers; dishonest gain is against God's will and brings no true blessing; a righteous person works hard fairly. Any two explained.
Question 22
4 marksThe Sikh langar allows rich and poor to eat together on the same floor.
(a) Name the virtue it promotes.
(b) Explain two ways this teaches learners in school.
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Marking scheme
(a) 1 mark: equality (accept sharing/oneness). (b) 1 mark per valid point, max 3, at least two required: treat all classmates as equal regardless of background; share food and belongings with those who have none; serve others without expecting reward; welcome and include everyone. Total capped at 4.
Question 23
3 marksState the three pillars of Sikhism.
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1 markBuddhism was founded by a prince who later became known as the Buddha. His birth name was:
A. Siddhartha Gautama
B. Guru Nanak
C. Mahavira
D. Ashoka
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1 markHow many Gurus are there in the Sikh religion?
A. Ten
B. Five
C. Seven
D. Twelve
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1 markIn Sikhism, the word 'seva' means:
A. Singing hymns
B. Selfless service to others
C. Fasting for a day
D. Silent prayer
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3 marksDescribe three ways in which learners can practise seva (selfless service) in their community.
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2 marksState two lessons that Hindu learners can borrow from the virtues of Buddhism and Sikhism.
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1 markIn Sikhism, 'Kirat Karo' teaches a person to:
A. Keep all wealth to oneself
B. Sleep during the day
C. Earn a living honestly through hard work
D. Avoid all work
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