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In which countries is Mahayana Buddhism primarily practiced?
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?
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?
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?
How long has Buddhism been in existence according to the passage?
What did the emerging branches of Buddhism need to adapt to?
What did the emerging branches of Buddhism need to adapt to?
Who is the constant source of inspiration for the basic tenets of both major schools of thought in Buddhism?
Who is the constant source of inspiration for the basic tenets of both major schools of thought in Buddhism?
What is the name of the standard collection of scriptures of Theravada Buddhists?
What is the name of the standard collection of scriptures of Theravada Buddhists?
When were Siddhartha's teachings first recorded in writing?
When were Siddhartha's teachings first recorded in writing?
What does the term 'pitaka' translate to in Pali language?
What does the term 'pitaka' translate to in Pali language?
What is the Pali term for unsatisfactoriness or suffering?
What is the Pali term for unsatisfactoriness or suffering?
What is the main focus of Siddhartha's teachings?
What is the main focus of Siddhartha's teachings?
What are the 'Four Noble Truths' considered to be?
What are the 'Four Noble Truths' considered to be?
What prompted Siddhartha's pursuit for enlightenment?
What prompted Siddhartha's pursuit for enlightenment?
How did Siddhartha view his role in relation to others?
How did Siddhartha view his role in relation to others?
