Buddhism Quiz

Q1: The following statements are correct about Shinto EXCEPT
a. the belief in sacred spirits of nature
b. the indigenous faith of the Japanese people
c. Propaganda and preaching are not common
d. It has a founder and sacred scripture

Solution: It has a founder and sacred scripture

Q2: The twin concepts of jen and li are often said to constitute the basis of Confucianism
Select one:
True
False

Solution: True

Q3: Those are the basic doctrines of Buddha teachings EXCEPT
a. nothing is fixed or permanent
b. actions have consequences
c. emphasis on devotion rather than sacrifice
d. change is possible

Solution: emphasis on devotion rather than sacrifice

Q4: Which of the following statement is NOT TRUE about Theravada, one of schools of Buddhism.
a. Theravada monks follow the practices that have been passed down by the senior monks from the Buddha's time, such as living in the forests and meditating.
b. Theravada is practiced mainly in southern Asian countries such as Sri Lanka, Thailand and Myanmar
c. Theravada means 'the teaching of the Elders'.
d. The goal in Theravada Buddhism is to become an 'Bodhisattva'

Solution: The goal in Theravada Buddhism is to become an 'Bodhisattva'

Q5: What is the purpose of most Shinto rituals?
a. to keep away evil spirit
b. to get blessing from God
c. to show the kami the outside world
d. to gain good life

Solution: to keep away evil spirit

Q6: Who is Buddha mother's name?
a. Śuddhodana
b. Māyādevī
c. Kapilavastu
d. Gautama

Solution: Māyādevī

Q7: The word Confucianism seems to be the creation of European Christians who entered Korea about 1860 CE and was originally used to label their notion of the non-Christian religions they came across in Korea.
Select one:
True
False

Solution: False

Q8: Which of the following is NOT the meaning of Jen (wren)?
Select one:
a. benefit
b. human heartedness
c. benevolence
d. goodness

Solution: benefit

Q9: One of the concept of Confucius is Hsiao. Which of the following is NOT TRUE on the meaning of reverence in Confucianism?
a. bring honor to the family since they have sacrificed much for you
b. Parents are revered because they are the source of your life
c. One should do well and make the family name known and respected
d. revered someone you love who you admire most among the outsiders

Solution: revered someone you love who you admire most among the outsiders

Q10: There are few instruments used in Buddhism ceremonies and meditation. Below are the list, EXCEPT
Select one:
a. bowls
b. Drums
c. Gongs
d. Wooden fish

Solution: bowls

Q11: During Meiji Period, Shinto is considered as state officials religion. Which of the following is NOT TRUE on this statement.
a. important shrines receive governmental funding
b. Shinto priests became state officials
c. The Shinto governor must be from man
d. Japan's creation myths were used to foster a national identity with the Emperor at its center

Solution: The governor must be from man

Q12: The Buddha explained that people live in a sea of suffering because of
Select one:
a. Perception and arrogant
b. Pleasures and happiness
c. Ignorance and greed
d. Desire and courage

Solution: Ignorance and greed