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Unit Test — Cumulative exam

Question 15 • 2025-2026_MDCPS_2109010-M/J World History Sem 1-CR

Which statement reflects a basic belief of Buddhism?

Answer
A
Generous donations to charity can alleviate suffering.
B
Suffering is caused by desire and wanting.
C
Wisdom, or enlightenment, is one of the Four Noble Truths.
D
Buddhism requires followers to meditate for 49 days like the Buddha did.

Explanation

A central Buddhist teaching is that craving and attachment cause suffering. This is expressed in the Second Noble Truth, so “Suffering is caused by desire and wanting” is correct. Wisdom and enlightenment are important in Buddhism, but they are not one of the Four Noble Truths, and Buddhists are not required to meditate for exactly 49 days.

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