📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice

1. The Amish originally came to America from which European country?

Germany

Switzerland

England

Both A and B

2. What is the main reason the Amish came to America in the 1700s?

Economic opportunities

Religious freedom

Adventure and exploration

Family reunification

3. Which U.S. state has the largest Amish population today?

Ohio

Pennsylvania

Indiana

Wisconsin

4. What is "Rumspringa" in Amish culture?

A traditional farming method

A period when teens explore outside their community

A religious ceremony

A type of Amish clothing

5. Which of the following do most Amish communities avoid using? (Check all that apply)

Electricity from power lines

Automobiles

Television and internet

Modern farming equipment

✏️ Part 2: Short Answer Questions

6. Explain why the Amish choose to live simply and avoid many modern technologies. Use at least two specific examples.

7. Describe how Amish communities have contributed to American agriculture and craftsmanship.

8. Fill in the blanks about Amish beliefs and practices:

The Amish practice _____________ baptism, meaning people choose to be baptized as adults. Their religious services are held in _____________ rather than church buildings. The Amish believe in _____________, which means they avoid violence and refuse to serve in the military.

🤔 Part 3: Critical Thinking

9. Compare and contrast Amish communities with mainstream American society. What are two similarities and two differences?

10. The Amish have faced challenges in American society, such as conflicts over education and military service. How do you think religious minority groups like the Amish have influenced American ideas about religious freedom?