Buddhism Quiz

When he was born, what two possible futures were seen for Siddhartha’s life?

• A great warrior or a king

• A wise teacher or a ruler

• A great king or a spiritual leader

• A merchant or a philosopher

What were the Four Sights Siddhartha would encounter after leaving the protection of the palace?

• A sick person, an old person, a dead person, and a monk

• A rich man, a poor man, a sick man, and a healthy man

• A king, a queen, a prince, and a princess

• A teacher, a student, a warrior, and a farmer

Under the tree Buddha achieved a state of awakening. What was this called and how was it achieved?

• Nirvana, through meditation

• Moksha, through prayer

• Enlightenment, through fasting

• Salvation, through sacrifice

What is a common theme in much of Buddhist art throughout history and today?

• Stories of ancient battles.

• Tales of Buddha's life and teachings.

• Legends of mythical creatures.

• Accounts of famous kings.

What are the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism?

• Suffering, cause of Suffering, end of Suffering, Path to end suffering

• Birth, Death, Rebirth, Enlightenment

• Love, Peace, Joy, Harmony

• Wealth, Health, Happiness, Success

What is the Eightfold Path in Buddhism?

• A set of eight behaviors to help end human suffering.

• A series of eight reincarnations

• Eight steps to financial success

• Eight stages of meditation

What are the three main Buddhist sects?

• Theravada, Mahayana, Vajrayana (Tibetan)

• Zen, Pure Land, Nichiren

• Hinayana, Mahayana, Zen

• Tibetan, Zen, Pure Land

Which Buddhist sect is known as the "Great Vehicle"?

• Mahayana

• Theravada

• Vajrayana

• Zen

Which tradition believes that enlightened people have to help others to achieve Nirvana?

• Theravada

• Mahayana

• Vajrayana

• Tibetan

What is the name for the highest leader in the Buddhist religion (notably Tibetan)?

• Lakshmi

• Buddha

• Dalai Lama

• The Great Monk