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Eastern Philosophies and Religions

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 9mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
This philosophy was founded in northern India by Siddhartha Guatama.
a)
Taoism
b)
Buddhism
c)
Shintoism
d)
Confucianism
2.
The Ying/Yang symbol represents the fact that opposites are not enemies or opposing forces, but instead are complementary ones. This derives from what philosophy/religion?
a)
Taoism
b)
Buddhism
c)
Shintoism
d)
Confucianism
3.
This religion believes in Kami, which are invisible spirits that animate all things and all life.
a)
Taoism
b)
Buddhism
c)
Shintoism
d)
Confucianism
4.
This philosophy believes that we are, due to our desires, in a state of constant suffering, and the only way to overcome this pain is to get rid of our desires.
a)
Taoism
b)
Buddhism
c)
Shintoism
d)
Confucianism
5.
This philosophy’s long-lasting impacts are still seen in the Chinese government today.
a)
Taoism
b)
Buddhism
c)
Shintoism
d)
Confucianism
6.
This philosophy/religion means “The Way” or “The Path” to virtue, happiness, and harmony.
a)
Taoism
b)
Buddhism
c)
Shintoism
d)
Confucianism
7.
This philosophy places a very high importance on respect to others and your place and specific duties in society.
a)
Taoism
b)
Buddhism
c)
Shintoism
d)
Confucianism
8.
This philosophy believes in following the Eightfold Path, because you should exercise good deeds as though you are exercising your muscles.
a)
Taoism
b)
Buddhism
c)
Shintoism
d)
Confucianism
9.
The Sand Mandala demonstrates the beauty of ___________.
a)
The Way
b)
Impermanence
c)
Ying/Yang
d)
Filial Piety
10.
This philosophy/religion looks at the discord in the world, but sees an underlying harmony.
a)
Taoism
b)
Buddhism
c)
Shintoism
d)
Confucianism