Mythology & Philosophy

Beginner Quiz on Eastern Mythic Thought

A brief set of questions introducing key myths from Buddhist, Taoist, and Hindu traditions.

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Quiz Questions

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1
In Buddhist tradition, which creature is said to have guarded the Buddha's birth?
Question 1
2
The Taoist concept of "wu wei" is best translated as:
Question 2
3
According to Hindu mythology, who lifted the mountain Mandara to use as a churning rod?
Question 3
4
The story of the "Butterfly Dream" originates from which philosopher?
Question 4
5
In the Jataka tales, the Buddha is reincarnated as which animal to demonstrate generosity?
Question 5
6
Which text contains the dialogue between a monk and a king about emptiness?
Question 6
7
Taoist alchemy seeks to transform base metals into what?
Question 7
8
In the legend of the Bodhi tree, what type of tree was it originally?
Question 8