Learning about World Religions: Buddhism

Which of these beliefs did Hinduism and Buddhism have in common?

• Many gods

• Making pilgrimages

• Ritual bathing

• Many lifetimes

What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?

• Achieving worldly success

• Attaining enlightenment and ending suffering

• Accumulating material wealth

• Becoming a religious leader

What is the role of meditation in Buddhism?

• It is used for relaxation and stress relief

• It helps individuals connect with their inner self

• It is a way to achieve enlightenment

• All of the above

Why are the Four Noble Truths important in Buddhism?

• They are the path to achieving nirvana

• They are the teachings of Buddha

• They are the causes of suffering and the path to end it

• They are the hierarchy of Buddhist monks

What is the significance of the Bodhi tree in Buddhism?

• It is the birthplace of Buddha

• It is where Buddha achieved enlightenment

• It is a sacred place of pilgrimage for Buddhists

• It is a symbol of peace and harmony

Who was Siddhartha Gautama?

• The enemy who was defeated by the Buddha

• The priest who taught about the Buddha

• The prince who became the Buddha

• The leader who organized the Buddha's followers

What is the meaning of the term "nirvana" in Buddhism?

• A state of ultimate bliss and liberation from the cycle of rebirth

• A type of Buddhist prayer

• The belief in multiple realms of existence

• The practice of self-discipline and restraint

What is the purpose of the Eightfold Path in Buddhism?

• To achieve material wealth and success

• To attain enlightenment and end suffering

• To learn about Buddhist history and traditions

• To become a Buddhist monk or nun

The king chose to prevent his son from seeing suffering because...

• he wanted his son to follow ascetics.

• he was afraid his son would become ill.

• he wanted his son to become a king.

• he was preparing his son to become a priest.

The name “Buddha” meant one who was

• sorrowful.

• awakened.

• everlasting.

• all-powerful.