Chapter 4: Buddhism Study Guide

Who is the founder of Buddhism known for attaining enlightenment and teaching the path to liberation?

• Arhats

• Bodhisattvas

• Buddha (Siddhartha Gautama)

• Mahayana

Fill in the blank: Arhats are individuals who have achieved _______ and are worthy of respect.

• enlightenment

• wealth

• fame

• power

In Mahayana Buddhism, the enlightened beings that delay their own nirvana to help others achieve enlightenment are known as:

• Bodhisattvas

• Arhats

• Buddhas

• Devas

The Four Noble Truths in Buddhism are:

• Suffering, Cause of Suffering, End of Suffering, Path to End of Suffering

• Birth, Life, Death, Rebirth

• Karma, Dharma, Sangha, Nirvana

• Wisdom, Ethics, Meditation, Enlightenment

Which of the following is NOT part of the Noble Eightfold Path?

• Right Understanding

• Right Intent

• Right Wealth

• Right Speech

Fill in the blank: The Noble Eightfold Path is a guide for _______ and mental development.

• ethical

• physical

• spiritual

• emotional

What are the Three Marks of Existence in Buddhism?

• Impermanence, Suffering, Non-self

• Karma, Rebirth, Nirvana

• Compassion, Wisdom, Mindfulness

• Meditation, Enlightenment, Peace

True or False: The Truth of Suffering (Dukkha) states that life is characterized by suffering, which can be physical or emotional.

• True

• False

What is the cause of suffering according to the Truth of the Cause of Suffering?

• Desire

• Ignorance

• Hatred

• Karma

Fill in the blank: The Truth of the End of Suffering states that it is possible to end suffering by overcoming desire and _______.

• attachment

• ignorance

• fear

• anger