Buddhism Reading Review Questions

What religion was Siddhartha raised in?

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Jainism

• Islam

Which of the following was NOT one of the four sights that disturbed Siddhartha?

• An old man

• A sick man

• A wealthy man

• A wandering monk

What did Siddhartha wear after leaving his palace?

• Royal garments

• A faded orange robe

• A suit of armor

• A white robe

What is the Dharma Wheel also known as in Sanskrit?

• Chakra

• Mandala

• Yantra

• Mantra

What is the Dharma Wheel a symbol of?

• Wealth

• Power

• Buddhism

• Peace

What did Siddhartha do to find answers to his questions?

• Consulted scholars

• Traveled the world

• Became a monk

• Built a library

What was Siddhartha trying to find a way to end?

• Happiness

• Suffering

• Wealth

• Power

What did Siddhartha see that made him discontented?

• A beautiful garden

• A wealthy palace

• The realities of old age, sickness, and death

• A grand festival

What did Siddhartha decide to investigate after seeing the Divine Messengers?

• Political systems

• Religious and spiritual practices

• Economic theories

• Scientific experiments

What did Siddhartha think about while meditating?

• The great teachings he had learned as a Hindu

• The latest fashion trends

• The political situation

• The weather