(1) The goal of Buddhism can be described as

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relieving suffering. - correct

meditation.

giving up everything.

joining Brahman.

(2) The ultimate goal of Hinduism can be described as

following the Four Noble Truths.

being reincarnated.

living without desire.

rejoining the soul to Brahman. - correct

(3) Which of the following best explains the events that led to the spread of Buddhism during Asoka’s reign?

Asoka rose to power through civil war. Asoka took over Kalinga by force. Asoka adopted Buddhism. Asoka became a just and compassionate ruler. - correct answer

Asoka rose to power through civil war. Asoka adopted Buddhism. Asoka became a just and compassionate ruler. Asoka took over Kalinga by force.

Asoka took over Kalinga by force. Asoka rose to power through civil war. Asoka adopted Buddhism. Asoka became a just and compassionate ruler.

Asoka adopted Buddhism. Asoka rose to power through civil war. Asoka took over Kalinga by force. Asoka became a just and compassionate ruler.

(4) The origins of Daoism could be described as
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evolving from the practice of taiji.

based on the writings of Master Kong.

the creation of Emperor Wudi.

evolving from the philosophies found in ancient religious practices. - correct

Answer 1

Your responses are accurate. Here’s a summary of the correct answers for the questions:

(1) The goal of Buddhism can be described as relieving suffering. - Correct

(2) The ultimate goal of Hinduism can be described as rejoining the soul to Brahman. - Correct

(3) The events that led to the spread of Buddhism during Asoka’s reign can be best explained by: Asoka rose to power through civil war. Asoka took over Kalinga by force. Asoka adopted Buddhism. Asoka became a just and compassionate ruler. - Correct

(4) The origins of Daoism could be described as evolving from the philosophies found in ancient religious practices. - Correct

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