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Why did Theravada Buddhism have such a strong appeal for the Burmese and others in the northern part of Southeast Asia?
 
  a. It did not need a priest or ruler go-between to permit the believer to achieve Nirvana.
  b. It rejected the unnecessary retention of native beliefs.
  c. It posed no threat to the official religions of the state, as Buddhists also strongly supported the state cults.
  d. It closely resembled Islam in belief and practices.
  e. It was required by the Brahman priests.

Question 2

Which of the following was not true about religious practice in Southeast Asia?
 
  a. Buddhism and Hinduism were never in competition in the region.
  b. Rulers used either Hinduism or Buddhism to gain a political advantage.
  c. Hinduism served to fortify the positions of the upper class.
  d. Theravada Buddhism became a dominant religious force in much of the region.
  e. Daoism did not become a major movement in Java or Sumatra.



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Viet Thy

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Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

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misspop

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Reply 2 on: Jul 4, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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