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Introduction to Buddhism: Mahayana and Theravada Divisions

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In which countries is Mahayana Buddhism primarily practiced?

Myanmar, Thailand, and Sri Lanka

India, Nepal, and Bhutan

Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore

China, Japan, and Mongolia (correct)

What are the two main divisions of Buddhism mentioned in the passage?

Zen Buddhism and Tibetan Buddhism

Mahayana Buddhism and Theravada Buddhism (correct)

Pure Land Buddhism and Vajrayana Buddhism

Jainism and Sikhism

Where is Theravada Buddhism mainly followed?

Myanmar, Thailand, and Sri Lanka (correct)

China, Japan, and Mongolia

Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore

India, Nepal, and Bhutan

How long has Buddhism been in existence according to the passage?

Over 2,500 years Signup and view all the answers

What did the emerging branches of Buddhism need to adapt to?

Local culture, politics, and economic context Signup and view all the answers

Who is the constant source of inspiration for the basic tenets of both major schools of thought in Buddhism?

Siddhartha Gautama Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the standard collection of scriptures of Theravada Buddhists?

Pali Canon Signup and view all the answers

When were Siddhartha's teachings first recorded in writing?

After five centuries Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'pitaka' translate to in Pali language?

Basket Signup and view all the answers

What is the Pali term for unsatisfactoriness or suffering?

Dukkha Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Siddhartha's teachings?

Ethics and self-understanding Signup and view all the answers

What are the 'Four Noble Truths' considered to be?

Laws of nature Signup and view all the answers

What prompted Siddhartha's pursuit for enlightenment?

Suffering and dissatisfaction Signup and view all the answers

How did Siddhartha view his role in relation to others?

Guide and teacher Signup and view all the answers