Buddhism: Beliefs and Practices - Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

What is the reason for the Bodhi tree being sacred to Buddhists?

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Siddhartha Gautama became enlightened under it.

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Siddhartha Gautama was born under it.

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Siddhartha Gautama gave his first sermon under it.

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Siddhartha Gautama died under it.

Question 2

In Buddhism, what is the relationship between suffering and desire?

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Desire leads to suffering because it is the root cause of all sorrows and dissatisfaction.

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Suffering arises independently of desire, and desire only intensifies the experience of suffering.

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Desire and suffering are synonymous, meaning they are essentially the same thing.

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Desire can lead to happiness and fulfillment, while suffering is a necessary part of life that cannot be avoided.

Question 3

In Buddhism, the Three Jewels are believed to provide guidance and protection on the path to enlightenment. Which of the following do the Three Jewels represent?

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The Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha

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The Buddha, the Eightfold Path, and Karma

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The Eightfold Path, the Five Precepts, and the Noble Truths

Question 4

Why do Buddhists believe meditation is important?

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To develop mental discipline and focus

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To connect with their ancestors

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To escape from their problems

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To perform miracles

Question 5

In Buddhism, what is the primary objective of human life?

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To reach enlightenment and end suffering

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To acquire riches and worldly possessions

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To obtain authority and dominance over others

Question 6

The Middle Way in Buddhism emphasizes a balanced approach to life. Which of the following best describes this idea?

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Strive for moderation and balance in all aspects of life.

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Indulge in whatever you desire, regardless of consequences.

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Lead an extremely austere life, denying yourself all pleasures.

Question 7

In Buddhism, why are compassion and empathy considered essential qualities?

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To promote understanding and alleviate suffering

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To enhance our self-esteem

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To demonstrate superiority over others

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To secure heavenly rewards

Question 8

How does Dukkha (suffering) appear in our daily lives?

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Physical pain, difficult emotions, and unsatisfying relationships

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Major events like losing a loved one or natural disasters

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Struggles with religion and meaning

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External factors like poverty or unfair treatment

Question 9

In Buddhism, how does the idea of karma influence people's behavior?

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Buddhists believe their actions have consequences and try to do good to build positive karma.

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Buddhists don't believe in karma.

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Buddhists only care about reaching Nirvana and don't worry about karma.

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Buddhists only try to earn good karma and don't think about the results of their bad actions.

Question 10

In Buddhism, how does karma influence reincarnation?

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A person's actions (karma) in this life determine their next life's circumstances.

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Reincarnation provides a way to avoid the consequences of negative karma.

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Reincarnation and karma are not connected in Buddhism.

Question 11

In Buddhism, what do the Three Jewels represent, and how do they guide Buddhist practitioners towards enlightenment?

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The Three Jewels are the Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha. They represent the path to enlightenment and serve as guiding principles for Buddhist practitioners to attain it.

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The Three Jewels are symbols of wealth, power, and fame in Buddhist culture.

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The Three Jewels are only significant for Buddhist monks and nuns.

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The Three Jewels change depending on the specific Buddhist tradition.

Question 12

How do the Five Precepts help you act ethically in relationships?

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They encourage kindness, leading to harmonious relationships.

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They demand strict obedience to rules.

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They allow you to act freely without responsibility.

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They only apply to religious leaders.

Question 13

How can understanding the Buddhist belief that attachment to possessions and desires causes suffering help you in your daily life?

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It can help you focus on what's truly important, like friends and family.

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It gives you the power to control your feelings and avoid getting upset.

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It makes you more likely to reach your goals by giving you the motivation to work hard.

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It helps you feel more connected to nature and its beauty.

Question 14

In the Eightfold Path, how does 'right mindfulness' help people on their journey to enlightenment?

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It helps people stay present and let go of attachments.

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It lets people see into the future and make better choices.

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It gives people special powers and abilities.

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It helps people avoid taking responsibility and living with the results of their actions.

Question 15

According to Buddhism, what is the primary cause of our suffering?

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Our own ignorance and desires

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Poverty

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Natural disasters

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Superstitions and curses

Question 16

In some Buddhist societies, men have traditionally been valued more than women. How might this have impacted the experiences of women in these communities?

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Women had fewer opportunities for education and religious participation.

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Men were not allowed to participate in certain Buddhist rituals.

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Women and men had completely different experiences in Buddhist communities.

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Women and men had equal opportunities and experiences in Buddhist communities.

Question 17

In Buddhism, what is the ultimate goal of the spiritual journey? Describe the concept of Nibbana.

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To experience a state of perfect happiness and inner peace

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To gain material wealth and worldly success

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To be reborn as a divine being, such as a god or angel

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To strictly follow all Buddhist rules and teachings

Question 18

Buddhists meditate to find inner peace and understanding. What is one goal of meditation, and what are two techniques used?

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To achieve happiness and enlightenment. Mindfulness and breathing exercises.

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To gain magical powers. Chanting mantras and burning incense.

Question 19

How have the cultures and time periods of different countries influenced the roles and experiences of women in Buddhist communities?

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The roles of women in Buddhist communities have changed based on the culture and time period in which Buddhism has been practiced.

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Women have always had the same roles and experiences in all Buddhist communities.

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Buddhism teaches that everyone is equal, so women have always been treated fairly in Buddhist communities.

Question 20

What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?

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To achieve Nirvana

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To live a luxurious life

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To gain wealth and power

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To know everything about the world

Question 21

What is the first step of the Eightfold Path?

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Right understanding

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Right speech

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Right thought

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Right livelihood

Question 22

Who is believed to be the founder of Buddhism?

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Siddhartha Gautama

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Jesus Christ

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Moses

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Muhammad

Question 23

What is the concept of karma in Buddhism?

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Every action has a consequence

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We should always do good deeds

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Bad things happen to bad people

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We can control our destiny

Question 24

Which of the following is a sacred text of Buddhism?

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The Tripitaka

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The Bible

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The Quran

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The Torah

Question 25

What is the name of the Buddhist place of worship?

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Temple

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Church

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Mosque

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Synagogue

Question 26

What is the main goal of Buddhism?

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To reach Nirvana

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To get wealthy and powerful

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To live a long life

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To know everything

Question 27

Who is the founder of Buddhism?

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Siddhartha Gautama

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Jesus

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Muhammad

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Moses

Question 28

What is the first step of the Eightfold Path?

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Right Understanding

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Right Speech

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Right Action

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Right Mindfulness

Question 29

What is the Buddhist belief that every action, good or bad, has consequences?

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Karma

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Reincarnation

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Nirvana

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Dharma

Question 30

Which Buddhist symbol represents the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth?

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Wheel of Dharma

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Om

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Mandala

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Stupa

Question 31

What is the name for a place where Buddhist monks live and practice?

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Monastery

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Church

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Temple

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Synagogue

Question 32

Which of these is a sacred text of Buddhism?

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Tripitaka

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Bible

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Quran

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Torah

Question 33

What is the highest level of spiritual enlightenment in Buddhism?

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Buddha

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Bodhisattva

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Arhat

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Theravada

Question 34

Which of the following is a common practice in Buddhism to improve focus and awareness?

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Meditation

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Prayer

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Pilgrimage

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Fasting

Question 35

According to Buddhism, what is the first of the Four Noble Truths?

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Suffering exists.

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All things are permanent.

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The Buddha is the only god.

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The cycle of rebirth goes on forever.

Question 36

What is the ultimate goal of a Buddhist?

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To achieve enlightenment

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To become wealthy

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To be happy

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To gain power

Question 37

Who is credited with founding Buddhism?

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The Buddha

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Jesus Christ

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Moses

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Muhammad

Question 38

What is the Buddhist belief about the consequences of our actions?

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Our actions affect us in this life and in future lives.

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Our actions have no consequences.

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Our actions only affect us in this life.

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Our actions only affect others.

Question 39

What is a special quality of a Bodhisattva?

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They have chosen to delay their enlightenment to help others.

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They are always happy.

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They can perform miracles.

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They are only found in Tibet.

Question 40

What is the name of the sacred writings of Buddhism?

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The Tripitaka

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The Bible

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The Quran

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The Torah

Question 41

Which of these is a symbol of Buddhism?

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The lotus flower

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The cross

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The Star of David

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The crescent moon

Question 42

Who is known as the founder of Buddhism?

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Siddhartha Gautama

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Confucius

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Jesus Christ

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Muhammad

Question 43

The Eightfold Path is believed to lead to:

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Enlightenment

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Nirvana

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Karma

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Rebirth

Question 44

According to Buddhist teachings, what is the ultimate goal of Buddhist practice?

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To end suffering

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To achieve happiness

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To accumulate wealth

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To gain power

Question 45

What is a key practice used by Buddhists to develop mindfulness?

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Meditation

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Yoga

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Pilgrimage

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Chanting

Question 46

Which of the following is NOT a key Buddhist value?

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Monotheism

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Compassion

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Forgiveness

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Impermanence

Question 47

What is represented by the lotus flower in Buddhism?

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Purity and enlightenment

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Suffering and impermanence

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Wealth and material possessions

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Power and authority

Question 48

According to Buddhism, what is the root cause of all suffering?

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Attachment and desire

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Ignorance and greed

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Anger and hatred

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Karma and rebirth

Question 49

Buddhists believe that the path to end suffering is called:

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The Eightfold Path

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The Three Jewels

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The Twelvefold Path

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The Ten Commandments

Question 50

Who is known as the founder of Buddhism?

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Siddhartha Gautama

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Confucius

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Jesus Christ

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Moses

Question 51

What is the ultimate goal of a Buddhist practitioner?

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To reach Nirvana

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To accumulate wealth

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To gain political power

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To become a famous teacher

Question 52

What is the name of the sacred text of Buddhism?

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The Tripitaka

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The Vedas

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The Bible

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The Quran

Question 53

Which concept refers to the idea of actions and their consequences?

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Karma

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Samsara

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Nirvana

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Dharma

Question 54

Which symbol is commonly associated with Buddhism?

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A lotus flower

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A cross

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A crescent moon

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A Star of David

Question 55

According to Buddhism, how are people reborn?

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According to their karma

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As a random occurrence

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At the will of a supreme being

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In a predetermined cycle

Question 56

Which Noble Truth states that life is filled with difficulties and challenges?

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Life is suffering

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The cause of suffering is attachment

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The end of suffering is possible

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The path to the end of suffering is the Eightfold Path

Question 57

What is the ultimate goal that Buddhists strive to achieve?

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To end suffering and reach a state of peace

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To become wealthy and powerful

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To live a life of pleasure and entertainment

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To follow all the rules set out by the Buddha

Question 58

Who is known as the founder of Buddhism?

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Siddhartha Gautama

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Jesus Christ

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Muhammad

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Confucius

Question 59

Which of the following practices is commonly associated with Buddhism?

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Meditating in a quiet place

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Praying to God

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Sacrificing animals to the gods

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Getting baptized in water

Question 60

What is the ultimate state of liberation that Buddhists aim to achieve?

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Nirvana

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Heaven

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Reincarnation

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Hell

Question 61

Which of these is a symbol that represents Buddhism?

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Lotus flower

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Cross

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Star and crescent

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Trident

Question 62

Which of these is NOT a value that Buddhists emphasize?

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Being greedy and selfish

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Showing kindness and compassion

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Being generous and helpful

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Being honest and truthful

Question 63

What happens to a person after they die, according to Buddhist beliefs?

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They are reborn into a new life based on their karma

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They go to heaven or hell based on their actions

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They are punished for their sins

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They completely cease to exist

Question 64

Who is believed to be the founder of Buddhism?

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Siddhartha Gautama

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Confucius

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Lao Tzu

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Jesus Christ