Ancient India

What is the main belief in Hinduism?

• All souls are part of a universal spirit

• Life is a cycle of rebirth without any spiritual aspect

• Multiple gods represent different aspects of life

• The universe is a manifestation of a single deity

What does 'dharma' refer to in the context of Hindu beliefs?

• A ritual that must be performed daily

• A person's personal duty, based on their individual place in society

• A state of perfect happiness

• A form of meditation to achieve enlightenment

What is the main belief of Buddhism?

• Following a set of strict rituals to please the gods

• Inner peace comes from ending desire

• Worshiping a supreme being

• Achieving power through meditation

What does 'nirvana' signify in Buddhism?

• A ritual to honor the gods

• A state of perfect happiness achieved after giving up all desires

• A sacred text that guides the lives of Buddhists

• A pilgrimage to a holy site

What does karma in Hinduism result from?

• The caste one is born into

• The amount of wealth one accumulates

• How a person lives and fulfills their duty

• The number of times a person is reincarnated

According to Hindu beliefs, what can happen if a person does not live a good life and fulfill their dharma?

• They will be reborn into a higher caste

• They will immediately join Brahman

• They will be reborn into a lower caste or as an animal

• They will not be reincarnated

Who is considered the founder of Buddhism?

• Siddhartha Gautama

• Mahavira

• Ashoka

• Guru Nanak

What is the ultimate goal in Buddhism that Siddhartha Gautama taught could be reached by following the Eightfold Path?

• Moksha

• Samsara

• Nirvana

• Karma

What is the Eightfold Path?

• A set of eight principles to live by in Hinduism

• A Buddhist ritual of meditation and prayer

• A series of eight ancient scriptures

• A Buddhist guide to right living

Which of the following is NOT one of the steps in the Eightfold Path?

• Know and understand the Four Noble Truths

• Do not commit evil acts, such as killing or stealing

• Work for good and oppose evil

• Achieve wealth and fame