Ancient India

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Hinduism strengthened the caste system since people were taught that in order to be reborn into a higher cast they needed to be content with their role in life and fulfill their duties.

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True

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What is the birthplace of Buddha as shown on the map?

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Kapilavastu

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The Buddha believed that anyone, no matter what caste, could reach nirvana by following the Eightfold Path.

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True

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The caste system is an institution that separates _______________.

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people into classes of society

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What is the role of Brahmins in the caste system?

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Priests and scholars

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What language did the Aryans speak?

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Sanskrit

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What are the Vedas?

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Sacred writings

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Who was the ruler of the Mauryan Empire from 322–298 B.C.E.?

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Chandragupta

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Why was the settlement of India’s early civilizations near the Indus River important to economic growth?

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Because people had a plentiful supply of food, they could spend time making and doing other things. People traded their extra food and goods with other people. As wealth grew from trade, people built larger cities.

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In ancient India’s caste system, which social class was the smallest? Options: Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaisyas, Sudras

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Brahmins