Life And Teachings Of Buddha

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    What title did Gautama achieve after getting the truth?

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Quiz Based on 1st unit of" Oxford History for Pakistan Book 2" by Peter Moss

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  • 2. 

    What was the real name of Buddha?

    • Sharma

    • Vivik

    • Gautama

    • Nirvana

    Correct Answer
    A. Gautama
    Explanation
    The real name of Buddha was Gautama. This is a well-known fact in history and Buddhism. Gautama Buddha, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, was the founder of Buddhism and is revered as the Supreme Buddha. He was born in Lumbini, Nepal, and his teachings and philosophy have had a profound influence on millions of people around the world.

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  • 3. 

    What does the term Buddha mean?

    • The founder

    • Enlightened one

    • Religious scholar

    • Preacher

    Correct Answer
    A. Enlightened one
    Explanation
    The term "Buddha" refers to someone who has achieved enlightenment. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "bodhi," meaning awakening or enlightenment. In Buddhism, the term specifically refers to Siddhartha Gautama, the historical figure who founded Buddhism and attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. As the "Enlightened one," Buddha is seen as the ultimate spiritual teacher and guide, having gained deep insight into the nature of existence and the path to liberation from suffering.

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  • 4. 

    What type of life was spending Gautama before becoming Buddha?

    • Poor life

    • Luxurious life

    • Miserable life

    Correct Answer
    A. Luxurious life
    Explanation
    Gautama was spending a luxurious life before becoming Buddha. This means that he had access to wealth, comfort, and all the material pleasures that one could desire. However, despite having a life of luxury, Gautama eventually renounced it all in search of spiritual enlightenment and became the Buddha.

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  • 5. 

    __________________ is the state of eternal happiness.

    Correct Answer
    Nirvana
    nirvana
    Explanation
    Nirvana is the state of eternal happiness. This term is commonly associated with Buddhism and refers to the ultimate goal of spiritual enlightenment and liberation from the cycle of birth and death. Achieving Nirvana is believed to bring an end to suffering and ignorance, leading to a state of bliss and peace. The lowercase "nirvana" refers to a state of perfect happiness or contentment in general.

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    At what age did Gautama leave his palace?

    • 39 years

    • 19 years

    • 29 years

    • 49 years

    Correct Answer
    A. 29 years
    Explanation
    Gautama left his palace at the age of 29 years.

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  • 7. 

    The person who shuns wanting and desires reaches to _________________.

    Correct Answer
    Nirvana
    nirvana
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Nirvana" or "nirvana". In Buddhism, Nirvana refers to the ultimate goal of spiritual enlightenment and liberation from suffering. It is a state of complete peace, freedom, and cessation of desires. By shunning wanting and desires, one can attain Nirvana and achieve a state of transcendence and liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth.

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  • 8. 

    What was the social status of Gautama?

    • Prince

    • Peasant

    • Religious Scholar

    • King

    Correct Answer
    A. Prince
    Explanation
    Gautama's social status was that of a prince. This is evident from the fact that he was born into a royal family as the son of King Suddhodana and Queen Maha Maya. As a prince, Gautama was expected to inherit the throne and live a life of luxury and privilege. However, he renounced his princely status and embarked on a spiritual journey that eventually led him to become the Buddha, the founder of Buddhism.

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  • 9. 

    Buddha preached to only well off people?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because Buddha did not only preach to well-off people. In fact, Buddha preached to people from all walks of life, regardless of their social status or wealth. He believed in the importance of spreading his teachings to everyone, including the poor and marginalized, in order to alleviate suffering and help individuals attain enlightenment.

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  • 10. 

    Which of these steps are realted with behaviour from Eightfold Noble Path?

    • Right Understanding

    • Right Speech

    • Right Minds

    • Right Action

    • Right Behaviour

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Right Speech
    A. Right Action
    A. Right Behaviour
    Explanation
    The Eightfold Noble Path is a set of guidelines in Buddhism that leads to enlightenment. It consists of eight steps, including Right Understanding, Right Speech, Right Minds, Right Action, and Right Behaviour. These steps are related to behavior because they emphasize the importance of having a correct understanding, speaking truthfully and kindly, cultivating a wholesome mindset, acting ethically, and behaving in a way that is beneficial to oneself and others. Therefore, the steps of Right Speech, Right Action, and Right Behaviour are directly related to behavior in the context of the Eightfold Noble Path.

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