In 1795, the First Russian Orthodox Church was established in Kodiak. Intermarriage with Alaskan Natives helped the Russian immigrants integrate into society. As a result, an increasing number of Russian Orthodox churches gradually became established within Alaska. Alaska also has the largest Quaker population (by percentage) of any state. In 2009 there were 6,000 Jews in Alaska (for whom observance of halakha may pose special problems). Alaskan Hindus often share venues and celebrations with members of other Asian religious communities, including Sikhs and Jains. COUNT 4
QSN1 Which church was established in Kodiak in 1795? ANS1 First Russian Orthodox Church QSN2 What was one way in which Russian immigrants integrated into Alaskan society? ANS2 Intermarriage with Alaskan Natives QSN3 Alaska has the largest population of what religious lifestyle of any state? ANS3 Quaker population QSN4 What religious tradition may be a problem for Alaskan Jews? ANS4 observance of halakha