buddhism review. format depends. 2 formats this time around: – if you’re there for the test, the...

Buddhism Review

Format• Depends. 2 Formats this time around:– If you’re there for the test, the format is secret, but will be

remarkably easy if you’ve been paying attention in class.– If you’re not, the format will be:

• 10 Multiple Choice• 10 Matching• 2 short answer (choose 2 of 4. 5 marks each)• 1 Long answer (10 marks): In what ways is Buddhism

like or unlike the other religions we have discussed in class so far? Explain your answer fully.

• What’s a mantra? What’s it for?

• What’s Ahimsa? Why is it essential to Buddhism?

• Depict of describe the concept of Nirvana:

• What’s the difference between Mahayana and Theravada Buddhism?

• What’s Anatta?

• What’s the Middle path?

• What’s the difference between a Bodhisattva and an Arhat?

• When and where did Buddhism get its start?

• Where is Mahayana Buddhism mostly practiced?

• What must a Buddhist monk give up?

• What is a Mandala? What is it used for?

• What are the Four Noble Truths?

• What’s the Eightfold Path?

• What are the Three Refuges?

• What are the Five Precepts?

• What are the sacred texts of Buddhism?