Worksheets198. Borobudur
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 6mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
What is the philosophic and spiritual underpinning of the Buddhist religion as represented in Borobudur?
a)
The worship of Buddha
b)
The importance of meditation
c)
The belief in rebirth
d)
The pursuit of enlightenment
2.
What do the texts illustrated on the walls of Borobudur convey?
a)
Stories that convey the notions of journeys and pathways
b)
The architectural design of the temple
c)
The history of Indonesia
d)
The Budddha's life
3.
What is the significance of the large central stupa at Borobudur?
a)
It represents the spiritual path of enlightenment
b)
It signifies the physical movement of circumambulation
c)
It symbolizes the enlightened mind
d)
It represents the impermanent nature of existence
4.
What is the significance of the physical movement and circumambulation at Borobudur?
a)
To represent the spiritual path of enlightenment
b)
To provide exercise for the pilgrims
c)
To entertain the visitors
d)
To showcase the architectural design
5.
What is the role of the texts illustrated on the walls of Borobudur?
a)
To serve as decorative elements
b)
To provide historical information
c)
To depict scenes from Buddhist scriptures
d)
To guide pilgrims on their journey
6.
What theme is represented by the movement from darkness into light in Borobudur?
a)
The journey to meet enlightened teachers
b)
The impermanent nature of existence
c)
The significance of the central stupa
d)
The transition from desire to enlightenment
7.
What do the different realms represented in the structure of Borobudur temple symbolize?
a)
Different historical periods
b)
Different stages of human life
c)
Different levels of spiritual attainment
d)
Different aspects of nature
8.
How many stupas are there in Borobudur?
a)
10
b)
100
c)
36
d)
72
9.
What is the role of the Bodhisattva in the Gandavyuha Sutra?
a)
To benefit all living beings
b)
To be a bright light for those in the dark night
c)
To lead those who have lost their way
d)
All of the above
10.
How many statues of the Buddha are there in Borobudur?
a)
504
b)
1212
c)
160
d)
1460
11.
What do the relief sculptures on the walls of Borobudur depict?
a)
The Buddha's teachings
b)
Didactic stories from Buddhist scriptures
c)
Events from the Buddha's past lives
d)
All of the above
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