Colombo Ymba Abhidhamma Exam 2006
Questions and Answers
- 1.
The number of Ultimate Realities discussed in Abhidhamma are
- A.
2
- B.
4
- C.
8
- D.
16
Correct Answer
B. 4Explanation
The correct answer is 4 because Abhidhamma, which is a Buddhist philosophical and psychological analysis of human experience, discusses four Ultimate Realities. These Ultimate Realities are classified as citta (consciousness), cetasika (mental factors), rupa (materiality), and nibbana (the unconditioned). Each of these realities is analyzed in detail to understand the nature of existence and the workings of the mind.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The Abhidhamma Pitaka consists of _______ main Prakaranas (books)
- A.
5
- B.
6
- C.
7
- D.
8
Correct Answer
C. 7Explanation
The Abhidhamma Pitaka consists of 7 main Prakaranas (books). The Abhidhamma Pitaka is the third division of the Tripitaka, the sacred scriptures of Buddhism. It is a collection of philosophical and psychological analysis of the teachings of Buddha. The 7 Prakaranas cover various aspects of Buddhist philosophy, including consciousness, mental factors, elements, and the path to enlightenment.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The total number of mental factors (cetasika) taught in Abhidhamma are __ in number.
- A.
50
- B.
52
- C.
89
- D.
121
Correct Answer
B. 52Explanation
The correct answer is 52. According to Abhidhamma teachings, there are a total of 52 mental factors (cetasika). These mental factors are considered to be inseparable from consciousness and play a crucial role in shaping our thoughts, emotions, and actions. They include factors such as feeling, perception, intention, mindfulness, and many others. Understanding and recognizing these mental factors is important in gaining insight into the workings of the mind and developing a deeper understanding of human consciousness.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Out of the Total cetasikas _______ are grouped as ethically variable factors (Aññasamana).
- A.
7
- B.
13
- C.
14
- D.
25
Correct Answer
B. 13 -
- 5.
The objects of the consciousness are ____ fold.
- A.
Two
- B.
Four
- C.
Six
- D.
Eight
Correct Answer
C. SixExplanation
eye, ears, nose, tongue, body, mind - sight, sound, smell, taste, touch, mind.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The number of immoral consciousness based on illusion (Moha) are ____ in number.
- A.
2
- B.
4
- C.
8
- D.
18
Correct Answer
A. 2Explanation
The number of immoral consciousness based on illusion (Moha) is 2. This means that there are only two types of consciousness that are considered immoral and are based on illusion.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The occasionals (pakinnaka cetasikas) are ___ in number.
- A.
5
- B.
6
- C.
14
- D.
20
Correct Answer
B. 6Explanation
The occasionals (pakinnaka cetasikas) are 6 in number. This means that there are six types of occasional mental factors that arise in the mind. These mental factors are not constantly present, but rather arise occasionally depending on specific conditions or circumstances. The number 6 represents the variety and diversity of these occasional mental factors, each serving a different purpose or function in the mind.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Unwholesome mental factors common to all immoral (Akusala) consciousness are ___ in number.
- A.
2
- B.
4
- C.
8
- D.
10
Correct Answer
B. 4Explanation
The unwholesome mental factors that are common to all immoral consciousness are four in number.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Number of beautiful mental factors (sobhana cetasika) are ____ in number.
- A.
7
- B.
13
- C.
19
- D.
25
Correct Answer
D. 25Explanation
The number of beautiful mental factors (sobhana cetasika) is 25.Rate this question:
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- 10.
The beautiful mental factors do not accommodate
- A.
Alobha
- B.
Adosa
- C.
Cetana
- D.
Karuna
Correct Answer
C. CetanaExplanation
The beautiful mental factors do not accommodate alobha, adosa, or karuna. However, they do accommodate cetana.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Buddha delivered the Abhidhamma Desana in ………………………….. heaven for the benefit of ……………………… deva and several thousands of other heavenly beings during the …………… vassana period.
Correct Answer
Tavatimsa, Mahamaya, seventh
Tavatimsa Mahamaya seventh - 12.
Sense sphere beautiful wholesome consciousness are ……………………. In number while their resultant consciousness are ……………… in number.
Correct Answer
8, 8
eight, eight - 13.
The Jhannas in the fine material wholesome consciousness are ……………. in number. These are capable of giving birth in the ……………. Brahma worlds.
Correct Answer
five, sixteen
5, 16
5, 16Explanation
Guide Book 1, pg 92Rate this question:
- 14.
The two groups of Lokuttara cittas are known as magga citta and ………………. citta or ……………….. consciousness and ………………….. consciousness.
Correct Answer
phala, path, fruitExplanation
The two groups of Lokuttara cittas are known as magga citta and phala citta or path consciousness and fruit consciousness.Rate this question:
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