Hinduism-and-Buddhism Notes

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes Hinduism?

• It is a monotheistic religion with one god.

• It is the oldest religion with no single founder and many gods.

• It was founded by a single individual in recent history.

• It is only practiced in Nepal.

Multiple Choice

Which Hindu god is known as the Preserver?

• Brahma

• Vishnu

• Shiva

• Ganesha

Open Ended

Explain the role of priests and altars in Hindu temple rituals.

Multiple Choice

According to Hindu beliefs, what is the purpose of reincarnation?

• To achieve Nirvana and reunite the soul with Brahman

• To gain material wealth

• To become a priest

• To escape from society

Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blank: The Hindu caste system divides society into four main groups called

.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered upper castes in the Hindu caste system?

• Brahmins

• Kshatriyas

• Vaishyas

• Sudras

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains why Buddhism declined in India?

• It was never popular in India

• It spread too quickly to other countries

• It declined due to the influence of Hinduism and Islam

• It was banned by the government

Open Ended

Explain how the teachings of the Buddha address the problem of suffering.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are key influences of Buddhism in East and Southeast Asia?

• Temples of Serenity

• The Art of Meditation

• Symbolic Rituals

• Caste System

Fill in the Blanks

Hinduism and Buddhism have shaped the

, architecture, and philosophy of South and East Asia.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main gods in Hinduism?

• Brahma

• Vishnu

• Shiva

• Indra

Open Ended

Identify TWO DIFFERENCES in beliefs between Hinduism & Buddhism