TCI L16: Buddhism

Which of the following is one of the Four Noble Truths? A. Study leads to wisdom. B. Joy is achieved by praying. C. Only death can end cravings. D. Suffering is caused by desires.

• A. Study leads to wisdom.

• B. Joy is achieved by praying.

• C. Only death can end cravings.

• D. Suffering is caused by desires.

Who was Siddhartha Gautama?

• a philosopher from ancient Greece

• the prince who became the Buddha

• a famous Indian emperor

• a renowned scientist in the 20th century

Which goal did Buddhism teach people to move toward?

• reaching enlightenment

• attaining wealth

• gaining power

• seeking pleasure

Which of these beliefs did Hinduism and Buddhism have in common?

• many gods

• making pilgrimages

• ritual bathing

• many lifetimes (reincarnation)

Why did the Buddha become thin from lack of food?

• He fasted for spiritual reasons.

• He was trying to lose weight for health benefits.

• He wanted to fit in with a group of ascetics.

• He was experimenting with different diets.

If you decided to live as an ascetic, what would you have to do?

• give up most of what you own

• accumulate wealth and possessions

• travel frequently

• engage in social gatherings

What troubled the Buddha on his first few trips out into the world?

• wealth and prosperity

• aging, sickness, and death

• happiness and joy

• fame and recognition

Why did the Buddha decide not to escape into enlightenment right away?

• He wanted to teach people the path he had found.

• He believed he needed more time to meditate.

• He wanted to gather more followers first.

• He thought enlightenment was not worth pursuing.

The name “Buddha” meant one who was

• awakened.

• enlightened.

• suffering.

• lost.

Why had the Buddha not learned about suffering as a child?

• His father protected him.

• He was too young to understand.

• He lived in a wealthy community.

• He was always happy and carefree.