Question

compare and contrast the belief systems of southern and eastern asia. use the word bank to complete the chart.
characteristic\thinduism\tbuddhism\tshintoism\tconfucianism
where did the belief system originate?\tdrop here\tdrop here\tdrop here\tdrop here
do followers believe in gods or goddesses?\tdrop here\tdrop here\tdrop here\tdrop here
options
india\tindia
no; follow buddhas teachings\tno
japan\tchina
no; based on confucius teachings\tyes

Explanation:

"Where did the belief system originate?"

• Hinduism: Originated in India.
• Buddhism: Originated in India.
• Shintoism: Originated in Japan.
• Confucianism: Originated in China.

"Do followers believe in gods or goddesses?"

• Hinduism: Followers believe in gods/goddesses (Yes).
• Buddhism: Followers do not believe in gods/goddesses in the traditional sense, they follow Buddha’s teachings (No; follow Buddha’s teachings).
• Shintoism: Followers believe in gods/goddesses (Yes).
• Confucianism: Followers do not believe in gods/goddesses, it is based on Confucius’ teachings (No; based on Confucius teachings).

Answer:

"Where did the belief system originate?"

• Hinduism: India
• Buddhism: India
• Shintoism: Japan
• Confucianism: China

"Do followers believe in gods or goddesses?"

• Hinduism: Yes
• Buddhism: No; follow Buddha’s teachings
• Shintoism: Yes
• Confucianism: No; based on Confucius teachings