Zen Buddhism

What is the main focus of Zen Buddhism?

• Meditation

• Studying scriptures

• Saying prayers

• Performing rituals

From which country did Zen Buddhism arrive in Japan?

• China

• Thailand

• Korea

• India

What does the Japanese word 'Zen' translate to in English?

• Peace

• Simplicity

• Enlightenment

• Meditation

What is the goal of Zen Buddhist meditation?

• To say prayers

• To study scriptures

• To perform good deeds

• To achieve inner peace

How did Zen Buddhism influence Japanese art?

• By encouraging the use of many brushstrokes

• By embracing simplicity and understatement

• By using a wide range of colors

• By promoting complex designs

What is a typical feature of a Zen viewing garden?

• An arrangement of rocks

• Water fountains

• Brightly painted sculptures

• Colorful flowers

What does a collection of pebbles in a Zen garden typically represent?

• A tree

• A stream

• A mountain

• A cloud

What is the main purpose of Zen viewing gardens?

• To practice gardening skills

• To promote a calm state of mind

• To display exotic plants

• To entertain guests

How many sips are involved in the Zen tea ceremony?

• Seven

• Five

• Three and a half

• Two

What aspect of Zen Buddhism appealed to the warrior class in Japan?

• The focus on simplicity and self-discipline

• The study of scriptures

• The performance of rituals

• The saying of prayers