India Lesson 4

Who helped spread Buddhism throughout South Asia?

• Emperor Ashoka
• Vasubandhu
• Mahinda
• Gautama Buddha

How did Emperor Ashoka help to spread Buddhism?

• Emperor Ashoka declared Buddhism illegal, persecuted followers, and destroyed sacred sites.
• Emperor Ashoka sent missionaries, and inscribed teachings on pillars and monument.

• Emperor Ashoka built temples, organized festivals, and wrote sacred texts.
• Emperor Ashoka formed alliances with neighboring kingdoms, waged wars, and imposed Buddhist beliefs.

What is the meaning of the word Buddha?

• Holy one
• Awakened one or enlightened one
• Sage
• Enlightened being

True or False : The Buddha was born into a poor family.

• True
• False

What persuaded Siddhartha Gautama to leave the comforts of his life of wealth and privilege?

• Finding a new source of wealth
• Witnessing the suffering of others
• Being tired of his luxurious lifestyle
• Becoming a ruler of a kingdom

What did Siddhartha, like the monk who inspired him, wish for?

• To be free from suffering

• Physical beauty and strength
• Fame and recognition
• Material wealth and power

What is considered the most sacred Buddhist temple built by Emperor Ashoka?

• Sarnath Temple
• Lumbini Temple
• Bodh Gaya Temple
• Mahabodhi Temple

What were the Jataka Tales?

• The Jataka Tales are stories of Buddha's past lives.
• The Jataka Tales are stories of Norse legends.
• The Jataka Tales are stories of Chinese folklore.
• The Jataka Tales are stories of ancient Greek mythology.

What is fasting?

• Eating excessively
• Drinking only water
• Abstaining from food and sometimes drink for a specific period of time.
• Exercising vigorously

Why did the monks, like Siddhartha, fast?

• For self-discipline, spiritual practice, and mindfulness.
• For weight loss, physical fitness, and competition.
• To save money, conserve resources, and reduce waste.
• As a form of punishment, to induce guilt, and as a means of control.