June 08 Thematic Essay - Belief Systems
The world has many different belief systems. Each is distinctive, but all greatly influenced the lives of their followers and the society in which the belief system was practiced.
Choose two major belief systems and for each
• Explain key beliefs and/or practices
• Discuss an influence the belief system had on the lives of its followers or the
society in which it was practiced
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August 2009 - Thematic Essay - Regents Exam
A belief system is an established, orderly way that groups or individuals look at religious faith or philosophical principles. These systems have often affected politics, society, and the economy in the nations or regions in which they are practiced.
Select two belief systems from your study of global history and for each
• Explain one major idea of the belief system
• Discuss the effects the belief system has had on the politics, society, and/or
the economy of a specific nation or region
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