Understanding Buddhism in East Asia

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What is the primary goal of Buddhism?

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Achieving enlightenment (nirvana)

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Which of the following is NOT one of the Four Noble Truths? Life involves suffering (Dukkha), Suffering is caused by craving and attachment (Samudaya), Suffering can be overcome by accumulating wealth, Following the Eightfold Path leads to the cessation of suffering (Magga)

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Suffering can be overcome by accumulating wealth

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What is the significance of the Eightfold Path in Buddhism?

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It is a guide to achieving enlightenment.

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How did Buddhism primarily spread into East Asia?

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Through trade routes and missionaries

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Which of the following is a key element of the Eightfold Path? Right Wealth, Right Mindfulness, Right Power, Right Fame

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Right Mindfulness

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In which country did Buddhism merge with Daoist and Confucian ideas?

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China

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What does "Right Action" in the Eightfold Path emphasize?

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Living ethically by avoiding harm

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Which of the following best describes how Buddhism was integrated into East Asian cultures?
Options:
It remained unchanged and separate from local traditions,
It blended with local beliefs and traditions,
It replaced all existing religions,
It was practiced only by the ruling class

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It blended with local beliefs and traditions