6.29 - Origins of Buddhism

What is the original name of the founder of Buddhism? 

• Ashoka

• Confucius

• Siddhartha Guatama

• Attilla

The sacred text of Buddhism is the (a)   .

• Vedas
• Tripitaka
• Bible
• Silmarillion

Which 2 of the following are part of the 4 Noble Truths? 

• Suffering exists

• The truth is out there

• Live long and prosper

• Follow the 8 fold path

• try not, do or do not, there is no try

What is the way to remove desire in order to achieve enlightenment?

• Follow the Ten Commandments

• Follow the Eightfold Path

• Get as many material possessions as possible.

• Follow the 12-step Program

The ultimate goal of Buddhism,

(a)   , is a state of enlightenment, peace, and happiness.

• Enlightenment

• Nirvana
• Heaven

• Worldly Success

The Buddha's Eightfold Path is (a)   .

• eight steps to become a god. 
• eight steps to eliminate suffering.
• eight steps to be reincarnated
• eight steps to become one with the world

What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism according to the 4 noble truths?

• To achieve wealth and prosperity

• To attain eternal life

• To end suffering by eliminating desires

• To gain supernatural powers

The Buddha realized to find happiness, one must not have every luxury or give up all personal comfort. This is called (a)   .

• The Middle Way (pick this one)
• This is not the answer
• Don't pick this one
• The Middle way is the correct answer
• Pick The Middle Way ( not this one)

The Eightfold Path is meant to lead to:

• Wealth

• Nirvana

• Heaven

• Reincarnation

What was Siddhartha Gautama's life before he became the Buddha?

• A wealthy merchant

• A powerful king

• A prince

• A hermit