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The Four Schools of Buddhism

Explore the four major schools of Buddhism: Theravada, Mahayana, Vajrayana, and Zen. Learn their histories, core teachings, famous temples, and notable monks.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not one of the Four Schools of Buddhism?

  1. Theravada
  2. Mahayana
  3. Vajrayana
  4. Shintoism
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

The Theravada school of Buddhism is often referred to as the "School of the Elders". What is the reason for this?

  1. The Theravada school is the oldest school of Buddhism.
  2. The Theravada school follows the teachings of the Buddha's original disciples.
  3. The Theravada school emphasizes the importance of monasticism.
  4. All of the above.
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

The Mahayana school of Buddhism is often referred to as the "Great Vehicle". What is the reason for this?

  1. The Mahayana school is the largest school of Buddhism.
  2. The Mahayana school teaches that all beings have the potential to become Buddhas.
  3. The Mahayana school emphasizes the importance of compassion and bodhisattvas.
  4. All of the above.
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

The Vajrayana school of Buddhism is often referred to as the "Diamond Vehicle". What is the reason for this?

  1. The Vajrayana school is the most esoteric school of Buddhism.
  2. The Vajrayana school uses tantras and mandalas in its practices.
  3. The Vajrayana school emphasizes the importance of guru-disciple relationships.
  4. All of the above.
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

The Zen school of Buddhism is often referred to as the "School of Meditation". What is the reason for this?

  1. The Zen school emphasizes the importance of meditation.
  2. The Zen school uses koans in its meditation practices.
  3. The Zen school teaches that enlightenment can be attained through meditation.
  4. All of the above.
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a central teaching of the Theravada school of Buddhism?

  1. The Four Noble Truths
  2. The Eightfold Path
  3. The Three Jewels
  4. All of the above.
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a central teaching of the Mahayana school of Buddhism?

  1. The Bodhisattva Ideal
  2. The Prajnaparamita Sutras
  3. The Lotus Sutra
  4. All of the above.
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a central teaching of the Vajrayana school of Buddhism?

  1. The Tantras
  2. The Mandalas
  3. The Guru-Disciple Relationship
  4. All of the above.
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a central teaching of the Zen school of Buddhism?

  1. Meditation
  2. Koans
  3. Enlightenment
  4. All of the above.
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a famous Theravada Buddhist temple in Thailand?

  1. Wat Pho
  2. Wat Arun
  3. Wat Phra Kaew
  4. All of the above.
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a famous Mahayana Buddhist temple in China?

  1. Shaolin Temple
  2. Dazu Rock Carvings
  3. Longmen Grottoes
  4. All of the above.
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a famous Vajrayana Buddhist temple in Tibet?

  1. Jokhang Temple
  2. Potala Palace
  3. Samye Monastery
  4. All of the above.
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a famous Zen Buddhist temple in Japan?

  1. Kinkaku-ji
  2. Ginkaku-ji
  3. Ryōan-ji
  4. All of the above.
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a famous Theravada Buddhist monk?

  1. Ajahn Chah
  2. Ajahn Mun Bhuridatta
  3. Buddhadasa Bhikkhu
  4. All of the above.
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a famous Mahayana Buddhist monk?

  1. Nagarjuna
  2. Vasubandhu
  3. Bodhidharma
  4. All of the above.
Question 16 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a famous Vajrayana Buddhist monk?

  1. Padmasambhava
  2. Milarepa
  3. Tsongkhapa
  4. All of the above.
Question 17 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is a famous Zen Buddhist monk?

  1. Dogen Zenji
  2. Hakuin Ekaku
  3. Shunryu Suzuki
  4. All of the above.
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