Prepare
a 12- to 15-slide presentation using Microsoft® PowerPoint® or another presentation format
that addresses the following questions. Use bullet points and images or graphics to illustrate your main
points.
What is essential in the practices and beliefs for a tradition to be called a religion? Illustrate your
points by referring to the commonalities of at least 2 religions.
What is the history and origin/catalyst of each of the 2 religions you chose?
How do religions evolve and spread?
What does practicing religion provide to its followers? Provide at least 2 examples.
What are some contemporary challenges and issues facing various religions? Provide at least 2
examples.
Present
your presentation according to your course offering:
Online and directed-study students: Write
detailed speaker notes
for each slide of your
presentation.
Cite
your sources according to APA guidelines. You may find helpful resources for completing your
assignment in the Center for Writing Excellence in the University Library.
