Understanding Buddhism

What is the name of the religion followed by Buddhists?

• Islam

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Hinduism

Who is known as the 'enlightened one'?

• Plato

• Confucius

• Buddha

• Socrates

What was the original name of the Buddha?

• Ashoka the Great

• Gautama Siddhartha

• Buddha Shakyamuni

• Siddhartha Gautama

Approximately how many Buddhists are there in the world today?

• Approximately 1 billion

• Approximately 150 million

• Approximately 520 million

• Approximately 300 million

What is the main focus of Buddhism?

• The main focus of Buddhism is the accumulation of wealth.

• The main focus of Buddhism is the pursuit of pleasure.

• The main focus of Buddhism is the worship of deities.

• The main focus of Buddhism is the cessation of suffering.

What are the teachings of the Buddha called?

• Dharma

• Abhidharma

• Sutra

• Vinaya

What do the Four Noble Truths teach about life?

• Suffering is an illusion that can be ignored.

• The Eightfold Path is irrelevant to understanding life.

• Life is characterized by suffering, which can be overcome through understanding and following the Eightfold Path.

• Life is inherently joyful and free from suffering.

What causes suffering according to Buddhist teachings?

• External circumstances.

• Lack of knowledge.

• Physical pain.

• Desire and attachment.

What is the Eightfold Path?

• A religious text outlining the principles of Buddhism.

• A historical account of Buddha's life and teachings.

• A set of physical exercises for mental clarity.

• The Eightfold Path is a guide to ethical and mental development with the goal of freeing individuals from attachments and delusions.

Do Buddhists believe the Buddha is a god?

• Buddhists worship the Buddha as a deity.

• Buddhists believe in multiple gods including the Buddha.

• No, Buddhists do not believe the Buddha is a god.

• The Buddha is considered a god in Buddhism.