Quiz on Mahayana Buddhism

What does Mahayana Buddhism mean?

• Small Vehicle

• Great Vehicle

• Middle Path

• Path of Enlightenment

Which of the following is a key concept in Mahayana Buddhism?

• Only Siddhartha Gautama is a Buddha

• Buddha has three bodies

• Nirvana is only for monks

• Bodhisattvas do not exist

What is the Lotus Sutra known for?

• Being the oldest Buddhist text

• Containing teachings on Buddha Nature

• Focusing solely on meditation

• Rejecting the existence of bodhisattvas

Which of the following bodhisattvas is known as the embodiment of compassion?

• Samanthabhadra

• Manjushri

• Avalokiteshvara

• Ksitigarbha

What is the primary goal of a bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism?

• To achieve personal nirvana

• To study ancient texts

• To assist others in achieving enlightenment

• To become a monk

Which of the following is NOT one of the six Paramitas?

• Generosity

• Wisdom

• Compassion

• Energy

What is the significance of the term 'Trikaya' in Mahayana Buddhism?

• It refers to the three main schools of Buddhism

• It describes the three bodies of Buddha

• It is a meditation technique

• It denotes the path to enlightenment

Which sect emphasizes personal salvation without external assistance?

• Rationalist Sect

• Pure Land Sect

• Intuitive Sects

• Socio-political Sect

Who is the most prominent figure in Tibetan Buddhism?

• Avalokiteshvara

• Dalai Lama

• Buddha Shakyamuni

• Maitreya

What event led to the self-immolation of Thich Quang Duc?

• A meditation retreat

• Protest against government actions

• A personal crisis

• A religious ceremony