Siddhartha Gautama & the Birth of Buddhism Quiz

When did Siddhartha Gautama live?

• 563-483 BCE

• 550-450 BCE

• 600-500 BCE

• 600-400 BCE

What did Siddhartha Gautama become known as?

• Religious Teacher

• Great King

• Hindu Prince

• Enlightened One

Where was Siddhartha Gautama born?

• Nepal

• Bodh Gaya

• Kushinagar

• Lumbini

What did Siddhartha Gautama give up to seek enlightenment?

• Position and wealth

• Religion and tradition

• Family and friends

• Kingdom and power

Where did Siddhartha Gautama attain enlightenment?

• Nepal

• Bodh Gaya

• Kushinagar

• Lumbini

What did Siddhartha Gautama teach about?

• All of the above

• Kindness to others

• Freedom of ignorance

• Mindfulness

How did Buddhism spread throughout Asia?

• Atlantic Ocean

• Mediterranean Sea

• Indian Ocean

• Silk Road

What is the meaning of the title 'Buddha'?

• Awakened One

• Enlightened One

• Spiritual Leader

• Great Teacher

Where did Siddhartha Gautama die?

• Lumbini

• Bodh Gaya

• Nepal

• Kushinagar

How many followers does Buddhism have today?

• Over 1 billion

• Over 300 million

• Over 520 million

• Over 700 million