Buddhism Quiz

Where was Siddhartha Gautama born?

• Southern India

• Northern India

• Western India

• Eastern India

What did Siddhartha Gautama observe that led him to question the meaning of human life?

• Educational achievements of people

• Material wealth of people

• Suffering and hardships of people

• Joy and happiness of people

Where did Siddhartha Gautama find enlightenment?

• On a mountain in Tibet

• Under a tree near the town of Gaya

• In a temple in Varanasi

• In a cave in the Himalayas

What are the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism?

• Joy, happiness, peace, enlightenment

• Suffering, desires, nirvana, enlightenment

• Suffering, desires, nirvana, salvation

• Suffering, desires, nirvana, peace

What does the Eightfold Path lead to?

• Health and longevity

• Wealth and power

• Wisdom, enlightenment, and salvation

• Fame and recognition

What did the Buddha reject from Hindu ideas?

• Yoga and chanting

• Reincarnation and karma

• Vegetarianism and meditation

• Animal sacrifice and the authority of Brahmin priests

What did the Buddha believe about the caste system?

• Only priests could reach enlightenment

• It should be strictly followed

• It was necessary for salvation

• Everyone had the potential to reach nirvana

Who spread the teachings of Buddhism throughout India after Buddha's death?

• His followers

• The government officials

• His family members

• The priests

What did King Asoka do to spread Buddhism beyond India?

• Destroyed Buddhist artifacts

• Forbade the practice of Buddhism

• Started a war with neighboring kingdoms

• Built temples, schools, and sent missionaries

What led to the split within Buddhism as it spread through Asia?

• Disagreements between Buddhists

• Lack of interest in Buddhism

• Natural disasters

• External invasions