Review-Buddhism

What is a sect ?

• a subgroup, in this case -a subgroup of a belief system
• a nickname for a pesky bug
• the last step on the Eightfold Path
• none of these

Nirvana is

• becoming one with the universe and escaping the cycle of rebirth
• the noblest of right aspirations
• the title given to those who achieve enlightenment
• a Buddhist house of worship

What event changed Siddartha Guatama's life?

• leaving his home and witnessing suffering
• marrying a beautiful woman but not loving her
• the tragic death of his children
• nirvana

What does "the Buddha" mean?

• Enlightened One
• Suffering One
• Noble One
• True One

Which is not one of the Four Noble Truths?

• The Buddha holds all of the answers to life and the universe
• Life is filled with suffering, pain, and sorrow
• Negative deeds and mindsets (hatred, desire) are the causes of suffering
• Overcoming negative deeds and mindsets is the way to cure suffering
• The way to overome negative deeds and mindsets is to follow the Eightfold Path

The Four Noble Truths

• form the core of Buddhist beliefs
• are a guideline for how to be successful in this life
• help people to have better relationships
• are a way to make life easier and filled with joy

The purpose of the Eightfold Path is to

• balance enjoyment of life and self-denial
• get to Buddhist heaven
• have people admire you
• not get lost on the way to the temple

Both Buddhism and Hinduism

• emphasize non-violence and moral living
• focus on priests, rituals, and polytheism
• encourage people to meditate to find enligthenment
• depend on the caste system

The Three Baskets of Wisdom

• are the collected teaching of the Buddha
• are three pillars of moral living
• are where offerings are collected

Which Buddhist sect most closely follows the original teachings of the Buddha?

• Theravada
• Mahayana
• Pure Land
• Amida