Denominations | Starter Quiz | Oak National Academy

Which symbol/sound is used for mediation?

• Dhamma

• Om

• Swastika

What does karma mean?

• Action

• Mindfulness

• Suffering

Which tradition celebrates the anniversaries of the Buddha as separate events and festivals?

• Mahayana tradition

• Therevada

• Vajrayana

How old was the Buddha when he died?

• 45

• 80

• 88

What does Parinirvana refer to?

• Becoming enlightened

• Complete Nirvana

• Heaven

What is the process of becoming aware of your thoughts and actions?

• Enlightenment

• Mindfulness

• Yoga

What does Karuna mean?

• Awareness

• Compassion

• Loving kindness

What does Metta mean?

• Compassion

• Loving kindness

• Suffering

What causes humans to lose control of their minds according to Buddhism?

• Desire and Ignorance

• Lack of focus

• Skandhas