If I were a Buddhist, I would be a
(Theravada/Mahayana) Buddhist
because... (complete the answer in several complete sentences).

If I were a Buddhist, I would be a  Theravada Buddhist

because I connect more to the Theravada teachings.

Explanation:

The teachings are: Theravada Buddhism stresses spirituality, the enlightenment of the individual, self-discipline, the importance or pure thought and deed, the importance of the monastic life and the strict observance of the ancient Vinaya code It has distinct roles for monks and lay people, emphasizes that each individual is responsible for his or her salvation and takes the position that only monks are capable of reaching nirvana. Theravada Buddhism believes that it has remained closest to the original teachings of the Buddha.