Comparing Buddhism and Hinduism

What is the primary sacred text of Hinduism?

• Tripitaka

• Vedas

• Bible

• Quran

Which of the following is a common practice in both Buddhism and Hinduism?

• Baptism

• Meditation

• Communion

• Confession

Explain how the concept of karma is similar in both Buddhism and Hinduism.

• Karma is a form of prayer in both religions.

• Karma refers to the cycle of birth and rebirth in both religions.

• Karma is the law of cause and effect in both religions.

• Karma is a type of meditation in both religions.

Who is the founder of Buddhism?

• Mahavira

• Siddhartha Gautama

• Krishna

• Confucius

Identify the main goal of life in Hinduism.

• Nirvana

• Moksha

• Salvation

• Enlightenment

Which of the following deities is not part of the Hindu Trimurti?

• Brahma

• Vishnu

• Shiva

• Buddha

Compare the role of rituals in Hinduism and Buddhism.

• Both religions reject all forms of rituals.

• Hinduism emphasizes rituals more than Buddhism.

• Buddhism has more rituals than Hinduism.

• Both religions have the same number of rituals.

What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?

• Moksha

• Nirvana

• Heaven

• Reincarnation

Which of the following is a key difference between Hinduism and Buddhism?

• Belief in a single god

• Belief in reincarnation

• Belief in karma

• Belief in the caste system

Describe how the concept of dharma differs in Hinduism and Buddhism.

• In Hinduism, dharma is a set of laws; in Buddhism, it is a type of meditation.

• In Hinduism, dharma is a personal duty; in Buddhism, it is the teachings of the Buddha.

• In Hinduism, dharma is a form of worship; in Buddhism, it is a form of prayer.

• In Hinduism, dharma is a type of yoga; in Buddhism, it is a type of ritual.