Lesson 02: Theravada Buddhism

• Which of the following best describes the primary goal of Theravada Buddhism?

• • Accumulating good karma to be reborn as a deity

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    Achieving enlightenment (nirvana) through self-discipline and meditation

• • Worshiping the Buddha as a divine figure

• • Following rituals to seek divine blessings

• In Theravada Buddhism, what is the significance of the Pali Canon (Tripitaka)?

• • It is the only scripture that teaches about reincarnation

• • It contains Buddha’s teachings, monastic rules, and philosophical analysis

• • It is a set of mystical chants used in prayer

• It teaches that Buddha is a god who grants enlightenment

According to the concept of Anicca (impermanence), which of the following statements is most accurate?

• Change is a fundamental part of life, and attachment leads to suffering

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  Enlightenment can only be achieved by those who believe in an eternal self

• All things, including suffering, are permanent and unchangeable

• The soul remains unchanged through multiple rebirths

The Noble Eightfold Path is divided into three categories: Wisdom, Morality, and Meditation. Which of the following is not part of the path?

• Right View

• Right Speech

• Right Livelihood

• Right Faith

In Theravada Buddhism, monks and nuns follow the Vinaya Pitaka, which includes rules such as:

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  Engaging in politics to ensure good governance

• Practicing non-violence and ethical conduct

• Accumulating material wealth for the monastery

• Seeking divine favor through elaborate rituals

Theravada Buddhism does not believe in a ________ who grants enlightenment. Instead, enlightenment is achieved through self-discipline and meditation.

The ________ consists of monks and nuns who follow monastic rules and dedicate their lives to practicing Buddha’s teachings.

The Four Noble Truths focus on suffering caused by ________ rather than external factors like society.

The ________ Tales are part of the Sutta Pitaka and narrate stories about Buddha’s past lives.

The Saffron Revolution in Myanmar was a ________ led by monks against government oppression, rather than a religious festival.