Buddha and Ashoka Review

What was the occupation of both Ashoka and the Buddha before they converted or created Buddhism?

• Soldier

• Farmer

• Wealthy Prince or King

• Doctor

What did Buddha give up in his pursuit of Enlightenment?

• His kingdom

• His wealth

• His family

• All of the above

What did Ashoka do to spread Buddhism?

• Became a monk

• Started a war

• Built a palace

• Sent missionaries

What did both Buddha and Ashoka witness that led them to convert to Buddhism?

• A natural disaster

• Suffering

• A miracle

• A royal decree

What did Ashoka do to promote non-violence and compassion?

• Issued edicts on pillars

• Started a military campaign

• Encouraged hunting

• Implemented death penalty

What did Buddha discover and teach as part of Buddhism?

• 5 Pillars of Faith

• 7 Virtues

• 8 Fold Path

• 10 Commandments

What was the main difference in the life choices of Buddha and Ashoka?

• Buddha kept his family, Ashoka gave up his family

• Buddha gave up his wealth, Ashoka Kept up his wealth

• Buddha kept his religion, Ashoka converted to Buddhism

• Buddha kept his kingdom, Ashoka gave up his kingdom

What did Ashoka do to promote non-violence and compassion?

• Implemented death penalty

• Encouraged hunting

• Issued edicts on pillars

• Started a military campaign

What did Buddha discover and teach as part of Buddhism?

• 10 Commandments

• 8 Fold Path

• 5 Pillars of Faith

• 7 Virtues

They both saw suffering and gave up things. What did AShoka give up?

• Hunting, War and Animal feasts

• His home and family

• His kIngdom

• His name