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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, The Abhidharma, The Higher Teaching.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Sangha is _____ of monks and nuns.
(a) An order.
(b) A holy book.
(c) A prison.
(d) A ritual.

2. In terms of karma, one's state of mind is important and constitutes a _____.
(a) Real deed.
(b) False promise.
(c) Dharma.
(d) Sutra.

3. One of the five hindrances is _____.
(a) Pain.
(b) Impatience.
(c) Belief.
(d) Doubt.

4. Samsara is known as the circle of _____.
(a) Conditions.
(b) Rebirth.
(c) Success.
(d) Life.

5. Impermanence was regarded by the Buddha as _____.
(a) Nirvana.
(b) Release.
(c) Painful.
(d) Abhidharma.

Short Answer Questions

1. Good conduct is seen in Buddhism as auspicious action or _____.

2. The four _____ are from the realm of the Supreme Gods.

3. One of the ten rules of training for a monk involves refraining from false _____.

4. One of the ancient and recurring images in Indian religious discourse is of _____.

5. Earlier texts state that the universe as a whole comprises a vast number of _____.

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