Unit 5 Quiz

What did both doctrines of the Buddha and Mahavira say about deities?

• Both doctrines left no space for deities to dictate human lives.

• They both appealed to the many gods of the vedas.

• Both doctrines teach to offer ceremonial offerings to the many gods of Brahmanic tradition.

• Both Mahavira and the Buddha emphasise prayer to gods in temples as the pathway to peace,

What is the principle of ahimsa in Jainism?

• Avoidance of physical harm to humans only.

• Total abstention from harming any living being, including animals, plants, and microorganisms, in thought, word, and deed.

• Performing rituals to cleanse sins related to violence.

• Allowing violence if it benefits one's spiritual growth. (War to defend religion)

According to Buddhism, which of the following statements accurately describes the path to enlightenment?

• The Four Noble Truths focus on the concept of eternal happiness without the need for ethical living.

• Enlightenment is achieved by renouncing all worldly possessions and living in complete isolation with no community.

• The Eightfold Path is a set of practices that guide an individual to end suffering and achieve Nirvana through right understanding, right intention, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right mindfulness, and right concentration.

• The Four Noble Truths highlight that suffering is inevitable and can be avoided through material wealth.

Which of the following was the Buddha's real name?

• Mahavira

• Vishnugupta

• Ashoka

• Siddhartha Gautama

What does the term polis refer to in the context of ancient Greek city-states?

• A religious temple dedicated to the Greek gods.

• The central marketplace where goods were traded.

• An independent city-state that served as the political, social, and cultural unit of ancient Greece.

• A type of military formation used by Greek soldiers.

What was the Greek phalanx?

• A rectangular massed military formation of heavily armed foot soldiers (hoplites) using long spears and shields in close ranks.

• A type of naval ship used in ancient Greek warfare.

• A religious ceremony honoring the gods of war.

• A system of government in ancient Greek city-states.

In ancient Greek city-states, who was typically granted the right to vote in the polis?

• All adult residents, including men, women, and slaves.

• Only male citizens who owned land.

• All free men and women citizens.

• Only the wealthiest male citizens.