Buddhism Knowledge Check

What is the fundamental belief of Buddhism?

• Wealth leads to happiness

• Suffering is caused by desires

• Power brings enlightenment

• Meditation eliminates the need for wisdom.

Who was Siddhartha Gautama?

• A warrior

• A king

• An Indian prince who became the Buddha

• A spiritual teacher from China.

What is the purpose of meditation in Buddhism?

• To build physical strength

• To focus the mind on spiritual ideas

• To gain material wealth

• To avoid social responsibilities

What is enlightenment?

• A state of ultimate wisdom and freedom from suffering

• Complete detachment from society

• Mastery of physical strength

• A ritual practice.

Which of the following is NOT a Four Noble Truth?

• The Truth of Suffering

• The Truth of the Cause of Suffering

• The Truth of the End of Suffering

• The Truth of Wealth as Happiness

What is the Eightfold Path?

• The "Middle Way" to end suffering as taught by the Buddha

• A set of practices to end suffering

• A ritual involving eight prayers

• A belief in eight gods.

Which of the following is NOT part of the Eightfold Path?

• Right speech

• Right conduct

• Right wealth

• Right livelihood

What does Nirvana represent in Buddhism?

• Ultimate wealth

• Freedom from pain and suffering

• Mastery of meditation

• Power over others

What is a shrine in Buddhist practice?

• A place of entertainment

• A sacred space for worship and reflection

• A training ground for monks

• A marketplace for spiritual goods

Who is a Buddhist missionary?

• A person who spreads religious beliefs to others

• A person who builds shrines

• A master of meditation

• A political leader.