Read page number 4- 14 (Buddism and Islam) in your World religion Handout

and answer the following question .

1. What century did Buddhism originate in?

a. Fifth century BCE
b. Sixth century BCE
c. Fourth century AD
d. Fifth century AD

2. Who is the founder of Buddhism?

a. Siddhartha Gautama
b. Confucius
c. Laozi
d. Jesus Christ

3. What is needed to try to reach enlightenment or nirvana in Buddhism?

a. Stricter self-control only
b. Avoidance of impulsiveness only
c. Finding the Middle Way in life
d. Pursuing material possessions

4. Which region has the most followers of Buddhism?

a. Europe
b. South America
c. East Asia
d. Africa

5. Which of the following is NOT one of the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism?
a. Suffering and dissatisfaction
b. Suffering caused by desires
c. Suffering can be eliminated
d. Suffering is eternal

6. What does the Noble Eightfold Path guide Buddhists in?

a. Wisdom, Morality, and Compassion
b. Wealth, Power, and Fame
c. Indulgence, Greed, and Hate
d. Ignorance, Deceit, and Violence

7. What is the concept of Samsara associated with in Buddhism?

a. The cycle of birth, life, and death
b. The pursuit of material wealth
c. The rejection of enlightenment
d. The practice of meditation

8. How is the Wheel of Life used in Buddhism?

a. To symbolize the pursuit of wealth
b. To represent the cycle of birth only
c. To depict the avoidance of suffering
d. To show the cycle of birth, life, and death

9. Which of the following is NOT one of the Five Pillars of Islam?

a. Shahada
b. Salah
c. Zakat
d. Nirvana

10. Where does the pilgrimage to Makkah take place?

a. Turkey
b. Egypt
c. Saudi Arabia
d. India

11. What is the term for Islamic government run by a leader said to be a
successor of Muhammad?
a. Preachers
b. Imams
c. Caliphates
d. Prophets

12. Which sacred site is the focal point of the Hajj pilgrimage?
a. Dome of the Rock
b. Western Wall
c. Black Stone
d. Holy Sepulchre

13. What is the term for the legal system based on Islamic teachings?
a. Sunnah
b. Fatwa
c. Sharia Law
d. Sufism

14. What key belief in Hinduism refers to the supreme ruler God who is part of
everything?
a. Vishnu
b. Shiva
c. Brahman
d. Ganesha

15. Which legend explains the idea of Brahman being everywhere in Hinduism?
a. Salt in the Water
b. Moon in the Sky
c. Fire in the Forest
d. Wind in the Valley

16. What does the concept of interconnectedness in Buddhism emphasize?

a. Competition among individuals
b. Isolation from society
c. Causes and consequences of actions
d. Pursuit of individual desires

17. Which behavior is NOT an example of Buddhist thought and behavior?

a. Anger
b. Listening carefully to others
c. Fasting often
d. Working hard to gain more money

18. Where did Buddhism originate geographically?

a. Arabian Peninsula
b. South America
c. Indian subcontinent
d. Europe

19. What does Buddhism advocate regarding self-control?

a. Strict self-control and impulsiveness
b. Compassion and moderation
c. Avoidance of self-control
d. Pursuit of material possessions

20. Which key teaching in Buddhism advocates finding balance in life?

a. Pursuit of extreme wealth
b. Pursuit of fame and power
c. Finding the Middle Way
d. Embracing extremes in all aspects of life