Write the letter for the correct definition of the italicized vocabulary word.

In certain Middle Eastern countries, few question the word of a $mullah$. His wisdom is considered supreme.
(A) place where people gather
(B) special holidays
(C) a religious teacher
(D) people who raise money

Write the letter for the correct definition of the italicized vocabulary word.

When the last candle in our $menorah$ was lit, we all agreed that it was a beautiful and inspiring sight.
(A) decorated eating tools
(B) furniture covering made of fine cloth
(C) candle-holder used in Jewish worship
(D) string of beads used by several religions

Write the letter for the correct definition of the italicized vocabulary word.

Florida has become a $mecca$ for students on spring break. The crowds of sun worshipers grow every year.
(A) source of difficulty
(B) center of important activity or interest
(C) classroom
(D) prison

The question below contains a vocabulary word from this lesson. Answer the question in "yes" or "no".

Would you expect to find writing in the $Koran$?

Write the letter for the correct definition of the italicized vocabulary word.

Front-row seats are reserved for religious officials. The rest are for the $laity$.
(A) family from a foreign country
(B) people who accept no religion
(C) women in government
(D) members of a religious group who are not officials of the group

The___ had been built by local workers using stones from a nearby quarry. (basilica; menorah)

Write the letter for the correct definition of the italicized vocabulary word.

Most stores and restaurants in Jewish neighborhoods offer a large assortment of $kosher$ foods.
(A) spoiled
(B) exposed to strong light
(C) meeting standards of Jewish dietary laws
(D) necessary for good dental health

Prior to her wedding, Maria had been in the___ only one other time, at her baptism. (sanctuary; Koran)

In many homes, it is the mother who lights the candles in the___. (menorah; mecca)

Write the letter for the correct definition of the italicized vocabulary word.

In this section of the library you will find the $Koran$, the Bible, and other religious books.
(A) sacred writings of Islam
(B) schedules for the week
(C) window that opens with a crank
(D) person who keeps records

Write the letter for the correct definition of the italicized vocabulary word.

Many members of the $clergy$ wear special clothing when performing religious ceremonies.
(A) people who build windows
(B) people who sell things in stores
(C) people accompanied by children
(D) people authorized to conduct religious services

Inside the___ was a small courtyard. In the center of this stood a lovely fountain. (mullah; mosque)

Write the letter for the correct definition of the italicized vocabulary word.

Some of the most important events in my life took place inside this church's $sanctuary$.
(A) collection of books
(B) sacred chamber or room; safe place
(C) storage area
(D) statue of an important person

The question below contains a vocabulary word from this lesson. Answer the question in "yes" or "no".

Would a $mullah$ spend a great deal of time studying sacred writings?