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Dive into the profound world of Buddhism, a spiritual tradition that has shaped the lives of millions for over two millennia. This quiz will guide you through the essential teachings, historical milestones, and cultural impacts of Buddhism. Ready to test your knowledge and deepen your understanding? Let’s get started!
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Buddhism Quiz Questions Overview
1. Who is the founder of Buddhism?
Confucius
Laozi
Siddhartha Gautama
Mahatma Gandhi
2. What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism?
Nirvana
Heaven
Reincarnation
Karma
3. Which of the following is NOT one of the Four Noble Truths?
The truth of suffering
The truth of the cause of suffering
The truth of the end of suffering
The truth of reincarnation
4. What is the Buddhist term for the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth?
Samsara
Karma
Dharma
Nirvana
5. Which of the following is a key practice in Buddhism?
Meditation
Pilgrimage
Sacrifice
Chanting
6. What is the name of the Buddhist community of monks and nuns?
Sangha
Zen
Ashram
Temple
7. Which Buddhist tradition is known for its emphasis on meditation and simplicity?
Theravada
Mahayana
Zen
Vajrayana
8. What is the Buddhist term for ethical conduct?
Sila
Samadhi
Prajna
Dukkha
9. Which text is considered one of the most important in Mahayana Buddhism?
The Dhammapada
The Lotus Sutra
The Bhagavad Gita
The Tao Te Ching
10. What is the meaning of the term ‘Bodhisattva’?
Enlightened one
Awakened one
Future Buddha
Compassionate being
11. Which country is home to the largest population of Buddhists?
India
Thailand
China
Japan
12. What is the Buddhist festival that celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha?
Diwali
Vesak
Holi
Lunar New Year
13. Which of the following is a major branch of Buddhism?
Theravada
Mahayana
Zen
Soka Gakkai
14. What is the primary focus of Theravada Buddhism?
Meditation
The Pali Canon
The Bodhisattva path
Tantric practices
15. Which concept in Buddhism refers to the law of moral causation?
Dharma
Karma
Nirvana
Samsara
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