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Buddhism

Question 8 • 2026_SUMMER 305_CR_2109010-M/J World History A

What is one way Buddhism was able to spread beyond India?

Answer
A
Buddhist leaders used the military to conquer other countries.
B
The Buddha traveled to countries outside of India to preach.
C
Traders and Buddhist missionaries shared the religion as they traveled.
D
The Buddha helped Buddhist monks and nuns build temples to spread the religion.

Explanation

Buddhism spread beyond India in part because traders and Buddhist missionaries carried its teachings along trade routes. This allowed the religion to reach people in other regions through travel and teaching. The correct choice is “Traders and Buddhist missionaries shared the religion as they traveled.”

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