Answers to "Religion IQ" Quiz

How do you think you did? Do you know the world's religions? Check your answers below... If you haven't taken the quiz yet scroll down before looking at these answers!!!

1. C; Moses

2. A; Catholic

3. B; do unto others.....

4. A; Friday (at sundown)

5. C; Islamic holy month

6. A; they actually become the body and blood of Christ.

7. B; Hindu

8. A; Job

9. C; Mormon

10.  B; No

11. A; Yes

12. C; Islam

13. A; Martin Luther

14. B; Buddhism

15. B; Charles Finney


Okay, so what's your score? If you got more than a 6/15, you got more correct than most Americans! Great Job!

A few pictures from Mom and Dad's Farewell Weekend

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Amber, Erin and Laura Eating and Chatting






Elder and Sister Nielsen

Darren, Mom and Kerry

Grandkids made this cute sign for G&G

Mom on phone with Eastern Family Members the day of the Farewell

Thanks for the Pics Melissa, Jared, and Braden! Go to Family Pics Tab everyone to see!

You guys are great!  Thanks for the post!

Mom and Dad's Farewell Inspiring with Lots of Family Fun!

Mom and Dad gave great talks that were inspiring and touching.  They both shared some experiences from their previous mission that were very interesting.  Mom talked on how "preparation proceeds power" in the gospel and in life.  She spoke specifically on the power of prayer, especially in how it can help us to prepare to serve more effectively.  Dad spoke on the power of bearing testimony and what bearing true testimony meant.  He shared a very touching story of an Elder about to give up on his mission and go home as he was struggling with the language and had begun to doubt his own testimony.  The priesthood leader counseling the young missionary was prompted to tell him he knew that the Elder knew that Heavenly Father loved him.  The Elder finally admitted he did in fact know that.  The priesthood leader went on to tell him that knowing just that, was enough for him to continue on as a successful missionary.  Dad challenged the parents to bear testimony to their children daily in the simple things they say and do.  This way the parent and the child grows up knowing these simple yet vital truths that will qualify them for whatever work the Lord called them to do.
Mom and Dad had almost 2 large rows of family (mostly grand kids) there to hear them speak and feel their spirit.  It was cool to see.  We missed those of you who could not come -- we know it's a bit of a trip for you easterners, but we could feel your support from afar and that was great too. 

All present for the sacrament meeting were blessed and inspired to feel of Mom and Dad's missionary excitement and spirit.  They will no doubt bless NY hugely over the next 2 years!  Although we will miss them very very much!!

Aside from the spiritual teaching we received, we also had some good ole family fun.  As the pics reflect on the blog you will see we had fun cheering on the Cougars to victory!  A great game that we all loudly enjoyed while eating pizza and other goodies.  We also played games like Pit and Monopoly to name a few.  The kids had a great time seeing each other and playing together.  We were all very happy to see Amber and get to spend some time with her too.  Erin gave the open house attendees a beautiful violin performance she had prepared for Grandma and Grandpa.  She was complimented with a wonderful violin performance by Amber and a trio number by Darren, Erin, and Spencer.  I was a very good "observer" - that is my musical forte'.  :)  The open house was elegantly catered by Kerry, with a bit of help from Me - it was very evident Kerry is the real pro.  Thanks to her, we all enjoyed yummy treats and good conversation and visits from ward members and family who came by to wish Mom and Dad well on their mission.  We got to see Carie D. and Aunt Nadine and cousin Stacy whom were all great to see again!!   Mom and Dad had lots of well wishers come by to send them off.  A special thanks to Kerry and Ryan who put the Open House together and made it so successful!  Great job to them!!

I will post some of the pics we took for your all to enjoy.  We were so busy visiting we didn't get as many pictures as we would have liked, but we can enjoy these.  Please feel free to post your comments and post your family happenings on your family tab.  We look forward to hearing more about what is going on in your families!  That's my Farewell Report for now. . . . Love, Mel

Wanna See Where Mom and Dad Will be Serving?!!!

Here is a picture of the actual area where Mom and Dad will be living.  Their poshe pad will be within walking distance of the Temple and Visitors Center.  Check out the this link to see a real time photo!!!  When you get to the Google Map page insert the following address:  Palmyra, 2720 Temple Road, NY)   Can you see Grandma and Grandpa???  If you look close you just might. . . . :)

Missionary Grandparents Do the Jimmer!

Grandpa and Grandma were found tonight doing the "Jimmer" cheering on the Cougs to make their way to the SWEET 16!  Thanks to their prayers and excessive yelling and support, the Cougars came out on top.  Here are a few pics to support the facts.  They were joined by Ryan and Kerry and Fam and Melanie and Darren and Fam!!  Check it out. 

What's Your Religion IQ?

An article in the Upfront Magazine (Times, for teens) a portion of a quiz given by Pew Research Center's Forum on Religion and Public Life was inserted. Of those that took the original exam, most answered only half of the questions correctly; some even missed those about their own religion. Those who scored highest were the following: atheists, agnostics, Jews, and Mormons. So, take the quiz yourself and see how you measure up! The answers will be posted later on. NO CHEATING!

1. Which figue from the Bible is most closely associated with leading the exodus from Egypt?

A) Job       B) Elijah         C) Moses      D) Abraham

2. Mother Teresa was a...

A) Catholic      B) Jew     C) Buddhist    D) Mormon     E) Hindu


3. Which of the following is NOT one of the Ten Commandments?

A) Do not commit adultery.        B) Do unto others as you would have them do unto you  C) Don't Steal.

D) Keep the Sabbath Holy


4. When does the Jewish Sabbath begin?

A) Friday    B) Saturday   C) Sunday


5. Ramadan is...

A) the Hindu festival of lights     B) a Jewish day of atonement   C) the Islamic holy month


6. Which of the following best describes the Catholic teaching about the bread and wine used for Communion?

A) the bread and wine actually become the body and blood of Jesus Christ.  

B) they are symbols of the body and blood of Jesus Christ.


7. In which religion are Vishnu and Shiva central figures?

A) Islam   B) Hinduism    C) Taoism

8. Which biblical figure is mos closely associated with remaining obedient to God despite suffering?

A) Job   B) Elijah   C) Moses  D) Abraham

9. Joseph Smith was... (if you get this one wrong, you might want to set up an appointment with your bishop...)

A) Catholic  B) Jewish   C) Mormon

10. According to the U.S. Supreme Court, is a public-school teacher permitted to lead a class in prayer?
A) Yes   B) No

11. According to the U.S. Supreme Court, is a public-school teacher permitted to read from the Bible as an example of literature?
A) Yes   B) No

12. What religion do most people in Pakistan practice?
A) Buddhism    B) Hinduism    C) Islam     D) Christianity

13. What was the name of the person whose writings and actions inspired the Protestan Reformation?

A) Martin Luther    B) Thomas Aquinas   C) John Wesley

14. Which of these reliions aims for nirvana, the state of being fee from suffering?

A) Islam   B) Buddhism  C) Hinduism

15. Which one of these preachers participated in the period of religions activity known as the First Great Awakening?

A) Jonathan Edwards    B) Charles Finney   C) Billy Graham

Grandparent's Open House Invitation - design by Mattie Nielsen

We hope all who can attend will come out to lend support to our missionaries as the prepare for another spritual adventure!!  Forward your friends and family the blog address so they can keep up on the latest and share their happenings and comments! 

Grandparents Mission Farewell!

The grandparents' bishop has asked them to speak in sacrament meeting before they report at the MTC, as a type of mission farewell.  The date is Sunday, March 20th, at 1pm in Mom and Dad's ward.   This will be the third farewell address Dad has given and the second for Mom.  Pretty amazing!  All who can attend are invited.   

"A Lion and a Lamb" A Must Read!!

Many of your may know of the Bean family that lived in the JS home for many years after the Smiths were gone.  They are relatives of ours actually, and were called as missionaries there to try to establish peace with the community after much tribulation was experienced there by those who opposed the Church and Joseph Smith.  I  want to recommend the book "A Lion and a Lamb" by Rand H. Parker, to all of you which shares the true story of a young couple's 24 mission in Palmyra, NY.  Mom and Dad will be serving where the the Beans served.  I will be sharing excerpts on the blog now and then from this inspiring and very interesting book.  Feel free to add your comments.  (click on the book title to link to amazon.com to purchase the book)