World Religions

Introduction to World Religions Study Guide

Chapter 4 Review Questions 1. Who is considered the founder of Buddhism? a. Siddhartha Gautama b. Jesus c. Muhammad d. Abraham 2. The Middle Way is the path between extremes of which of the following pairs? a. Good and evil b. Self-indulgence and self- mortification c. Self-loathing and self-admiration d. Natural realities and supernatural realities 3. Buddha was separated from the outside world by his father because his father feared he would become a _____________. a. Priest b. Philosopher c. Wandering sage d. Madman 4. Which of the following is not one of the Five Precepts? a. Thou must not eat meat b. Thou must not steal c. Thou must not lie d. Thou must not commit inappropriate sexual acts 5. The first known iconic reputation of the Buddha appeared in the form of a _____________. a. Ceramic urn b. Sculpture c. Cave painting d. Coin

6. ___________________ is the view that all things and experiences are unpredictable, unsteady, and not permanent. a. Dependent arising b. Nirvana c. Avidya d. Impermanence 7. Theravadin Buddhists believe that _______________ is required to realize rebirth. a. Pureness b. A just life c. Personal effort d. Enlightenment 8. Which statement is true of Buddhism today? a. Buddhism flourished during the Middle Ages b. Buddhism is often practiced alongside other religions, such as Taoism, Confucianism, and shamanism c. Buddhists participate in a congregationalist membership and public ceremonies d. Western Buddhism, Kadampa Buddhism, was first introduced in 1796 9. Buddhism is estimated to be the ________ largest religion in the world. a. First b. Second c. Third d. Fourth 10. The _______ aggregates (components) is made up of our sense of self. a. Three b. Five c. Seven d. Twelve The answer key is found on page 96.

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