Ancient India Flashcard

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Who were the Aryans?

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a nomadic people who moved into India

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Which of these is the best reason for someone in India to study Sanskrit? Options: to read the ancient texts, to understand road signs, to run for political office, to talk to ordinary people

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to read the ancient texts

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The roots of Hinduism are found in the Vedas, which are

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a collection of sacred texts.

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According to the Vedas, what are the varnas?

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four main social classes that lead to a functioning society

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Why did Mahatma Gandhi criticize the caste system's ideas of discrimination?

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The caste system did not align with Hindu teachings.

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Which job was a Vaishyas most likely to do?
Options: herd sheep, plow a field, interpret religious law, hold a government post

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plow a field

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Hindus believe that acquiring good karma is needed to

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achieve freedom from the cycle of rebirth.

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Which image best represents samsara, the Hindu view of birth, life, and death? Options: Image A, Image B, Image C, Image D

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Image C

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The Hindu ideal that Rama says is a lifelong struggle for some people is to:

• seek revenge
• be willing to give up riches and power
• disobey their parents
• avoid responsibilities

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be willing to give up riches and power

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The Hindu belief that this story best illustrates is the belief in: karma, fate; moksha, liberation; dharma, duty; artha, wealth.

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dharma, duty