1. Origins of Buddhism
1. What was the Buddha’s original name?
Siddhartha Gautama
2. What is “fasting?”
To go without food
3. What does “Buddha” mean?
The Enlightened One

2. 4. In what religion was Buddha raised?
Hindu
5. According to Buddha’s First Noble Truth, what do all people experience?
Suffering and unhappiness
6. According to Buddha’s Second Noble Truth, what causes this unhappiness?
Wanting things they cannot have

3. 7. According to Buddha’s Fourth Noble Truth, how can people overcome unhappiness and ignorance?
By following the Eightfold Path
8. What did the Buddha teach about animal sacrifice?
The Buddha disagreed with animal sacrifice

4. 9. What were the Buddha’s views on reincarnation?
The Buddha accepted reincarnation
10. How did the Buddha feel about the caste system?
The Buddha was opposed to the caste system

5. 11. What does “Right Speech” mean?
Avoiding lies and gossip
12. What is “Right Livelihood?”
To reject work that hurts others
13. What does “Right Action” mean?
Do not steal from or harm others