How Much Do You Know About The Quakers?
Do you have knowledge about The Quakers? Quakers belong to a historically Christian denomination which is known formally as the Religious Society of Friends. It started as a movement in England in the mid- 17th century. This quiz involves knowledge regarding the Quakers’ official name, where the Quakers founded, what century the Quakers were established, and what Pennsylvania was named after. You should, for real, take this phenomenal quiz.
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The official name of the Quakers is
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The Religious Society of Quakers
- B.
The Religious Society of Friends
- C.
The Holy Quaker Church
- D.
United Church of Quakers
Correct Answer
B. The Religious Society of FriendsExplanation
The name was inspired by the words of Jesus recorded in John 15:15, "I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you."Rate this question:
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- 2.
Where were the Quakers founded?
- A.
England
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Ireland
- C.
Pennsylvania
- D.
Ohio
Correct Answer
A. EnglandExplanation
The Quakers grew out of a small religious group, the Seekers, located in Yorkshire, England.Rate this question:
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- 3.
In what century were the Quakers founded?
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1500's
- B.
1600's
- C.
1700's
- D.
1800's
Correct Answer
B. 1600'sExplanation
The Quakers grew out of a small religious group located in Yorkshire, England, in the 1600s, who called themselves the Seekers.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Pennsylvania was named after:
- A.
Isaac Pennington
- B.
William Penn
- C.
George Pennobscot
Correct Answer
B. William PennExplanation
Actually, William Penn was very embarrassed that the king named the colony after his family. He had already become a Quaker, and it was against Quaker practice to call attention to oneself in this way. But the king had spoken!Rate this question:
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- 5.
Quakers and Shakers are two names for the same religious group.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The Shakers were also founded in England, but in the 1700s, and their beliefs and practice differ from those of the Quakers. However, like the Quakers, they believed in equal religious roles for men and women.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The Quakers and the Amish are the same religious group.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The Old Order Amish are a branch of the Mennonites, and their religion was founded by Menno Simons, a Swiss Anabaptist, in the 1500s, about 100 years before the Quakers. They are also a traditional peace church. However many of their beliefs and practices differ from those of the Quakers.Rate this question:
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Who is commonly regarded as the founder of the Quakers?
- A.
George Fox
- B.
William Penn
- C.
Lucretia Mott
- D.
Rufus Jones
Correct Answer
A. George FoxExplanation
In his Journal, George Fox recalls the moment when God rescued him from his period of deep, spiritual despondency: "Oh then, I heard a voice which said, 'There is one, even Christ Jesus, that can speak to thy condition.' " After that, he began to preach to all who would listen to him the message that "Christ has come to teach His people Himself."Rate this question:
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CHECK OFF ALL STATEMENTS THAT ARE TRUE ABOUT QUAKERS TODAY.
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Today's Quakers still dress in black, brown, or gray clothes.
- B.
Quakers do not attend the theater or other forms of entertainment.
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Quakers gather in silence to worship.
Correct Answer
C. Quakers gather in silence to worship.Explanation
Up until about the mid-20th century, Quakers used to dress in black or gray. They also avoided the theater and other forms of amusement, which they felt distracted them from the Spirit. However, these practices have been abandoned by most Friends. There are many artists and musicians who are Quakers, notably, acclaimed actress Dame Judi Dench.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How many sacraments are practiced by the Quakers?
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7
- B.
4
- C.
3
- D.
None
Correct Answer
D. NoneExplanation
Quakers do not practice any sacraments.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Quaker communities belonging to the unprogrammed tradition do not have ordained ministers.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Quaker meetings that are part of Friends General Conference (FGC) practice unprogrammed worship and do not have ordained ministers. All members are considered to be ministers and are responsible for nurturing one another spiritually.Rate this question:
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William Penn was
- A.
The son of a chimney-sweep
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A farmer
- C.
The son of an admiral of the British navy
- D.
The son of a cobbler
Correct Answer
C. The son of an admiral of the British navyExplanation
William Penn was the son of Admiral Sir William Penn, and he spent much time at the royal court in his youth.Rate this question:
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In 19th century America, most Quakers were actively involved in the abolition movement.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Although some Quakers risked their lives to help slaves escape to freedom on the Underground Railroad, nineteenth-century American Quakers were actually very divided on the issue of abolitionism. Many believed in "gradualism," that is, that slavery would be abolished with time. They felt that to be an abolitionist was to become too involved in worldly affairs. Quaker abolitionists like Angelina and Sarah Grimké were reprimanded by their meeting because of their abolitionist work.Rate this question:
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The principles that Quakers strive to put into practice in their lives include
- A.
Simplicity
- B.
Peace
- C.
Self-righteousness
- D.
Equality
- E.
Integrity
Correct Answer(s)
A. Simplicity
B. Peace
D. Equality
E. IntegrityExplanation
Quakers call these principles Testimonies.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Quakers practice tithing (giving 10% of their income to the organization).
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Quakers were thrown into jail in 17th-century England for refusing to pay the tithe in support of the Church of England, which they considered corrupt and false. They contribute to the support of their meetings voluntarily and according to their means.Rate this question:
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WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING HISTORICAL FIGURES WERE QUAKERS?
- A.
William Penn
- B.
Sir Isaac Newton
- C.
Lucretia Mott
- D.
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Correct Answer(s)
A. William Penn
C. Lucretia MottExplanation
William Penn and Lucretia Mott were both Quakers. William Penn was an influential figure in the Quaker movement and founded the colony of Pennsylvania as a haven for religious freedom. Lucretia Mott was a prominent Quaker abolitionist and women's rights activist in the 19th century. Sir Isaac Newton and Elizabeth Cady Stanton were not Quakers. Newton was a renowned physicist and mathematician, while Stanton was a leading figure in the women's suffrage movement.Rate this question:
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Which of the following expressions is commonly used by Quakers to refer to God?
- A.
The Sacred Heart
- B.
The Font of Wisdom
- C.
The Inner Light
- D.
The Great Spirit
Correct Answer
C. The Inner LightExplanation
George Fox and the early Quakers used the term "Inward Light" to signify God speaking in our hearts. In the 20th century the term evolved into " Inner Light."Rate this question:
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Which is characteristic of a Quaker worship service?
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There are two Scripture readings, one from the Old Testament and one from the New Testament
- B.
Worship begins with a hymn sung without instrumental accompaniment.
- C.
The opening prayer is offered by the clerk of the meeting.
- D.
Each person enters the worship space, takes a seat, and worship proceeds in and out of the silence.
Correct Answer
D. Each person enters the worship space, takes a seat, and worship proceeds in and out of the silence.Explanation
Quakers worship "in expectant silence," meaning that they quiet their minds and wait patiently for God to speak to them in their hearts. Those so moved may rise during meeting for worship and offer a spiritual message.Rate this question:
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What was the response of the 17th-century Quaker George Fox when he was invited to fight in Cromwell's army and offered the rank of officer?
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"I cannot accept such a high honor."
- B.
"I will not raise my hand against the Lord's anointed."
- C.
"I live in the virtue of that life and power that takes away the occasion of all wars."
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"Onward, Christian soldiers!"
Correct Answer
C. "I live in the virtue of that life and power that takes away the occasion of all wars."Explanation
George Fox considered all forms of war to be evil, taking inspiration from James 4: 1-2, "What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you? You desire but do not have, so you kill. You covet but you cannot get what you want, so you quarrel and fight."Rate this question:
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CHECK OFF ALL STATEMENTS THAT ARE TRUE ABOUT THE QUAKERS.
- A.
Quakers avoid swearing oaths.
- B.
Quakers are vegetarians.
- C.
Quakers practice infant baptism.
- D.
Quaker men and women sit separately during meeting for worship.
Correct Answer
A. Quakers avoid swearing oaths.Explanation
Quakers believe that to swear an oath sets up a double standard of truth. They take literally the command of Jesus: "But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all...Let your 'yes' be 'yes' and your no is 'no'." Some but by no means all Quakers are vegetarians. Quakers believe that they have received the baptism of the Spirit but do not practice any baptism ceremony as such. Quaker men and women sit together during meeting for worship.Rate this question:
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WHICH STATEMENTS CORRECTLY EXPRESS QUAKER BELIEFS?
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Each and every person can come to know God without the need of an intermediary, such as a minister or priest.
- B.
When we gather for worship in silence and stillness, we hear the word of God in our hearts.
- C.
God can speak through others during meeting for worship.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Each and every person can come to know God without the need of an intermediary, such as a minister or priest.
B. When we gather for worship in silence and stillness, we hear the word of God in our hearts.
C. God can speak through others during meeting for worship.Explanation
Quakers believe that no minister or preacher is necessary to come to know God. Quakers gather "in expectant silence" to experience the presence of God. When someone rises at Meeting for Worship and offers a spiritual message it is called "vocal ministry."Rate this question:
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