The Life of Buddha Gotama

Where was Buddha Gotama born?

• Lumbini, Nepal

• Kathmandu, Nepal

• Varanasi, India

• Bodh Gaya, India

What was the name of Buddha Gotama's father?

• Rahula

• Śuddhodana

• Siddhartha

• Ananda

What did Buddha Gotama see that made him leave his palace?

• He saw a beautiful garden and wanted to explore it.

• He saw the Four Sights: an old man, a sick person, a dead body, and an ascetic.

• He received a prophecy about his future as a king.

• He was told about a treasure hidden in the mountains.

How old was Buddha Gotama when he left home?

• 29

• 25

• 32

• 40

What did Buddha Gotama do for six years after leaving home?

• He traveled to different countries.

• He practiced asceticism and meditation.

• He became a wealthy merchant.

• He studied under various philosophers.

What is the name of the tree under which Buddha Gotama attained enlightenment?

• Bodhi tree

• Oak tree

• Pine tree

• Maple tree

What does 'Buddha' mean?

• Awakened one or enlightened one

• Savior of the world

• Prophet of peace

• Teacher of the masses

What are the Four Noble Truths?

• The truth of eternal happiness

• The truth of enlightenment

• The truth of material wealth

• The Four Noble Truths are: 1) The truth of suffering, 2) The truth of the cause of suffering, 3) The truth of the end of suffering, 4) The truth of the path leading to the end of suffering.

What is the first of the Four Noble Truths?

• The truth of suffering (dukkha)

• The truth of enlightenment (nirvana)

• The truth of desire (tanha)

• The truth of ignorance (avijja)

What is the second of the Four Noble Truths?

• Suffering is an illusion.

• The end of suffering is enlightenment.

• The cause of suffering is craving.

• Craving leads to happiness.