Comprehensive Ancient India Test

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What is the Indus Valley Civilization?

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Another name for the Harappan Civilization, known for its advanced urban planning and architecture.

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What significant mathematical advancement did the Gupta period contribute?

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They developed a decimal system with a numeral for zero.

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What is algebra?

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A branch of mathematics dealing with symbols and the rules for manipulating those symbols.

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How many classes are in the caste system?

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4 classes.

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Who is Siddhartha Gautama?

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He is also known as the Buddha, the founder of Buddhism.

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What are square numbers?

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Numbers that are the product of an integer multiplied by itself.

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What is the significance of zero in mathematics?

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It is a numeral that represents the absence of quantity and is essential in the decimal system.

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What is metallurgy?

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The science and technology of metals, including their extraction and processing.

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What is the main feature of the Gupta period in terms of education?

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It was a time of great advancements in science, mathematics, and literature.

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What is the caste system?

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A social hierarchy in India that divides people into different classes.