History Quiz

Where was The Buddha born?

• Varanasi

• Chennai

• Sarnath

• Lumbini

How many days did the Buddha meditate under the peepal tree at Bodh Gaya?

• 7 days
• 49 days
• 100 days
• 30 days

Where did the Buddha start teaching?

• Mount Everest
• Taj Mahal
• Great Wall of China
• Sarnath

What was Buddha's religion called?

• Christianity
• Judaism
• Hinduism
• Buddhism

What were the people called who followed Buddhism?

• Muslims
• Hindus
• Buddhists
• Christians

What are Buddhist Monks and Nuns called?

• Cleric and Nun
• Monk and Sister
• Bhikkhu and Bhikkhuni
• Priest and Priestess

Which language does the word 'Bhikkhu' belong to?

• Mandarin
• Swahili
• Russian
• Prakrit

What does Bhikkhu mean in Prakrit?

• King or ruler
• Doctor or healer
• Warrior or fighter
• Beggar or one who lives on alms

Who was Kisagotami?

• A renowned poet
• A disciple of Buddha
• A famous warrior
• A skilled blacksmith

What problem did Kisagotami face?

• Losing her home

• The death of her son

• Losing her job
• Running out of food