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WorksheetsReview on World Religions
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 40mins
What are the sacred texts of Theravada Buddhism called?
Torah
Tripitaka
Bible
Quran
In Theravada Buddhism, what is the ultimate goal of the believer?
Heaven
Rebirth
Nirvana
Paradise
What is the central teaching of Buddhism that deals with the nature of suffering?
The Ten Commandments
The Four Noble Truths
The Five Pillars
The Six Perfections
The First Noble Truth states that "life is suffering." Which of the following best explains this concept?
Suffering is a punishment from God.
Suffering is a result of negative thoughts and emotions.
All aspects of existence involve some form of dissatisfaction or pain.
Suffering can be avoided by staying happy all the time.
A student who applies "Right Effort" from the Eightfold Path would most likely:
Study only when they feel like it.
Work hard to prevent unwholesome thoughts from arising.
Give up after a difficult test.
Copy answers from a classmate to get a good grade.
A person who practices "Right Livelihood" would choose a job that:
Makes a lot of money.
Causes no harm to others.
Is easy and requires little work.
Is highly respected in society.
If a person is experiencing great anger, what aspect of the Eightfold Path would be most helpful for them to practice in that moment?
Right Speech
Right Concentration
Right Action
Right View
Read the following statement: "The teachings of the Buddha are a raft to cross a river, not a vehicle to be carried on one's back." What does this statement imply about the Buddha's teachings?
They are meant to be a permanent, heavy burden for believers.
They are tools to be used for a specific purpose and then set aside.
They are the only way to achieve enlightenment.
They are a set of rules that must be followed without question.
It is known as the Great Vehicle and arose in North India in the 3rd Century CE.
Theravada Buddhism
Mahayana Buddhism
Hinduism
Islam
Which of the following statements is NOT a belief of Mahayana Buddhism?
Mahayana Buddhists believed that Siddhartha Gautama is the one and most divine Buddha.
Mahayana Buddhists believed that Siddhartha secretly taught key principles to chosen people.
Mahayana Buddhists forwarded the concept that Siddhartha Gautama was actually a benevolent celestial being, not just a mere human being
Mahayana Buddhists advanced the radical idea that Siddhartha Gautama was NOT the only Buddha.
It is the spontaneous desire to achieve the state of being enlightened.
Dharmakaya
Sambhogakaya
Bodhisattvas
Bodhicitta
It is a sect in Mahayana Buddhism emphasizes that salvation is a personal matter, and one cannot receive assistance from other entities.
The Pure Land Sect
The Intuitive Sect
The Rationalist Sect
The Socio-political Sect
The primary goal in Mahayana Buddhism is to become a(n) _____, while the primary goal in Theravada Buddhism is to become a(n) _____.
Arhat, Bodhisattva
Buddha, Bodhisattva
Bodhisattva, Arhat
Bodhisattva, Buddha
If I asks you to summarize the essence of Mahayana Buddhism in one sentence. Which of the following would be the most complete summary?
Mahayana Buddhism is a religion from India.
Mahayana Buddhism is a form of Buddhism that uses the Pali Canon.
Mahayana Buddhism is the "Great Vehicle" that emphasizes the compassionate Bodhisattva ideal and the universal path to enlightenment.
Mahayana Buddhism is a sect that worships multiple gods.
A student argues that the concept of a Bodhisattva is a better model for humanity than the Arhat. Which of the following statements best supports this argument?
The Bodhisattva model focuses on individual achievement, while the Arhat model is more focused on others.
The Bodhisattva model emphasizes compassion and helping others, while the Arhat model is a more self-centered pursuit of enlightenment.
The Arhat model is the only one that truly follows the teachings of the Buddha.
The Bodhisattva model is not a practical goal for most people.
A friend tells you they've been feeling stressed and anxious. Based on the practices of Mahayana Buddhism, what is the most compassionate and effective action you could recommend?
Tell them to give up all their possessions.
Advise them to travel to a temple in another country.
Suggest they try a short, guided meditation to calm their mind.
Tell them to read every single Mahayana scripture.
Arhat or a "worthy person" in Mahayana sect, delay their own fulfillment for them to benevolently aid other beings to reach their ultimate end.
True
False
Theravada Buddhism offers enlightenment to anyone, including those with families and secular careers.
It is where individuals can practice martial arts.
It is a temporary stage before becoming a monk.
In Confucianism, what is the term for the concept of loyalty and faithfulness?
Yi
Li
Xin
Ren
Which of the five cardinal virtues is associated with justice and righteousness?
Ren
Yi
Zhi
Xin
What is the main goal of a Confucian in life?
To achieve a state of enlightenment
To live in harmony with nature
To become a "superior person" through self-cultivation
To escape the cycle of reincarnation
Which of the following best describes the core belief of Confucianism?
It is a polytheistic religion centered on ancestor worship.
It is a philosophy that focuses on morality, social harmony, and good governance.
It is a belief system that advocates for withdrawal from society to achieve inner peace.
It is a religion that emphasizes personal salvation through faith.
The concept of "rectification of names" (zhengming) can be best explained as:
Changing one's name to reflect a new stage in life.
Ensuring that words and actions align with one's role and status in society.
The practice of writing one's name correctly in calligraphy.
Naming children after historical figures to honor them.
Why is the family considered the most important unit in Confucianism?
It is the only place where people can truly be themselves.
It is the foundation for a stable and harmonious society.
It is where individuals can practice martial arts.
It is a temporary stage before becoming a monk.
Which of the following is NOT a Taoist practice?
Fortune-telling
Yoga
Feng Shui
Reading scripture
How many chapters are there in the Tao Te Ching?
81 chapters
Compiled in the 3rd century
There are no chapters, first a giant book
43 chapters
_____ is the religious text of the Chinese people.
Quran
Bible
Tao Te Ching
cellphone
Chinese people believed that there is life after death.
Yes
Do not believe.
No beliefs
All of these
The following are beliefs and practices of Taoism except one, which does not belong to the group?
They aim to find their way through life in the same way that a river flowing through the countryside finds its natural course. (Wu Wei)
Their practices aim to prolong and enhance the life force or the chi of the person. One of them is the "internal alchemy"
Living process of living depends on the harmonious blending of the complementary (Yin and Yang)
They believed in the scriptures written in the Bible.
What is the most common and recognizable symbol of Shintoism, representing a sacred gateway to the shrine?
O-mikami
Jinja
Torii Gate
Kamidana
The term "Kami" is most accurately described as which of the following?
A transcendent, all-powerful creator deity.
An inherent evil force or devil.
A divine principle, spiritual power, or force often associated with nature, ancestors, or extraordinary people.
The sacred mirror of Amaterasu.
Which pair of ancient texts are considered the sacred scriptures of Shintoism, containing the creation myths and imperial lineage?
The Analects and Tao Te Ching
Kojiki and Nihongi
The Vedas and Upanishads
The Tripitaka and Sutras
What is the term for the Shinto ritual of purification that involves the use of a sacred wand with paper strips?
Misogi
Tsumi
Matsuri
Harai
Who is revered as the highest kami in Shinto mythology, known as the Sun Goddess and the ancestor of the imperial line?
Izanagi
Susano-o-no-Mikoto
Izanami
Amaterasu-o-mikami
What is the core belief in Shintoism that refers to the spiritual quality of an object or natural feature?
Tsumi
Kami
Matsuri
Norito
Which of the following is the core teaching of Confucianism?
How to be a gentleman
How to denounce suffering
How to respect the law of nature
How to achieve the state of nirvana
Refers to the religion in Far East Asia that started as a nature-based philosophy.
Confucianism
Shintoism
Hinduism
Taoism
Refers to the religion in Far East Asia which emphasizes worship on ancestors at its core teaching.
Confucianism
Shintoism
Hinduism
Taoism
Refers to the group of books which was regarded as early Confucianism’s basic texts
Five Classics
Four Noble Truths
Five Teaching Pillars
Eightfold Noble Paths
In what religion in Eastern Asia does not consider any weekly service and instead people visit shrines at their own convenience?
Confucianism
Shintoism
Taoism
Judaism
