Journey Through Buddhism

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

• A wealthy merchant

• A powerful king

• A prince

• A hermit

What event prompted Siddhartha Gautama to embark on a spiritual quest?

• A devastating war

• The death of a loved one

• Encountering an old man, a sick man, a dead body, and a monk

• A dream

What is the first of the Four Noble Truths?

• Life is suffering

• The cause of suffering is desire

• Suffering can be overcome

• The path to the cessation of suffering

Which of the following is NOT part of the Eightfold Path?

• Right Speech

• Right Livelihood

• Right Exercise

• Right Concentration

The Eightfold Path is meant to lead to:

• Wealth

• Nirvana

• Heaven

• Reincarnation

Which Mauryan emperor played a significant role in the spread of Buddhism?

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Ashoka

• Bindusara

• Samprati

Which of the following is a major goal of meditation in Buddhism?

• To achieve wealth and prosperity

• To prepare for battle

• To attain enlightenment

• To become a skilled artisan

What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?

• To serve the gods

• To achieve Nirvana

• To become immortal

• To gain wealth

Who is considered the founder of Buddhism?

• Siddhartha Gautama

• Ashoka

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Padmasambhava

Which country is known as the birthplace of Buddhism?

• India

• China

• Japan

• Nepal