Buddhism Quiz

Who is the founder of Buddhism?

• Mahavira

• Confucius

• Gautama Siddhartha

• Laozi

What does the name Siddhartha mean?

• The "Illuminant"

• He who achieves his aim

• The happy teacher

• The peaceful "bhagda vita"

What philosophical question was a focus during Buddha's time?

• Whether human actions (karma) have future effects

• The existence of extraterrestrial life

• The nature of technological advancements

• The impact of climate change

What is the Sutta Pitaka?

• A collection of Buddhist teachings

• A type of ice cream that Buddhists enjoy

• A Buddhist festival

• A Buddhist temple

What is the focus of the Four Noble Truths?

• The nature of suffering

• The nature of fame

• The nature of wealth

• The nature of power

What is the purpose of the Eightfold Path?

• To achieve cessation of suffering

• To gain wealth

• To gain power

• To gain monk status

What does the Sutta Pitaka include?

• Buddhist doctrine, beliefs, and principles

• Hindu rituals

• Christian hymns

• Islamic prayers

What does "Right livelihood" recommend according to the Eightfold Path?

• Engaging in trades that harm others

• Avoiding trades that harm others

• Ignoring the impact of trades on others

• Prioritizing profit over ethics

What is the goal of "Right concentration" in the Eightfold Path?

• Achieving a state of mental distraction

• Achieving a state of mental focus

• Ignoring mental focus

• Concentrating on external distractions

What is the estimated date that Buddhism was formed?

• 70 AD

• 525 BC

• 1025 AD

• 1500 BC