Tibetan Culture Trivia Quiz

Answer: India

Their religion is based in Hinduism, from India. For years, the only educated people were the monks.

Answer: Buddhism

It began in India, before Jesus. While a mystic religion called Bon was dominant, Buddhism did not grow much. As it grew in power, it took root with Mongolians who spread it through conquests.

Answer: Lhama

He was exiled in 1959 and lives in India.

Answer: Nosu

The Zhaba are a very small group, while the Amdo are mostly herders and the Kham are considered to be warriors. The Nosu are a minority group in Southern China.

Answer: Sky burial

In a sky burial, the body is left on a mountain top. The birds come and feast, thus continuing the life cycle.

Answer: True

While it is a bit different from the traditional concepts, they do have a hell. By prayers and duties of those still alive, they believe they can earn their way out of this place and continue to be reincarnated.

Answer: Butter tea

Butter tea is served hot. You mix in the barley to make a paste. You can add sugar and nuts, although most don't. It's a staple and most often used at breakfast.

Answer: Yaks

They herd all the above animals but yaks are by far the most numerous. They get most of their milk, meat and butter from yaks.

Answer: Kata

A kata can be white or yellow. It's often decorated with symbols or Tibetan prayers, but can also be plain. They often give these as a greeting but also to honor performers whom they enjoy.

Answer: Dance

Both groups have very expressive dance movements. Usually performed in a large circle, these dances tell stories or express emotions. The language are not related nor are the religions. They also have different marriage customs.