Considered "outcasts" of the Hindu Caste System

Giving someone a small virus to build immunities

How did Chandra Gupta first acquire more land?

By marrying the daughter of another King

religion that don't believe in the existence of Gods

Which statement best explains how the monsoons affected the development of early Indian civilizations?

The water brought by monsoon rains allowed agriculture to develop away from India's major rivers.

Which characteristic contributes to South Asia being considered a subcontinent?

It is geographically isolated from the rest of Asia by tall mountains.

The four noble truths of Buddhism: 1. All life is suffering 2. The cause of human suffering is desire and attachment 3. ? 4. The way to rise above suffering is the Eightfold Path Which statement replaces the question mark in this list?

The cure for suffering is detachment.

Which change resulted from Ashoka's embrace of Buddhism? Options: Most Indians became vegetarians., Millions of Indians converted to Buddhism., Hindu temples across India were destroyed., New houses of worship were built all over India.

New houses of worship were built all over India.

How did Hinduism develop as a religion?

Aryan invaders brought their religion to India, and it combined with other religion to form Hinduism.

Which statement best explains how Hindus explain how Vishnu, "the preserver", and Shiva, "the destroyer", exist? Options: Hindus consider life an unending struggle for survival. Hindus aspire to move beyond the basic struggle for survival. Hindus believe that balance is a central feature of the universe. Hindus believe that good and evil gods constantly fight for control of the world.

Hindus believe that balance is a central feature of the universe.

Which statement describes similarities between the Vedas and the Mahabharata? Options: Both are Sanskrit texts written by unknown authors.

Both are Sanskrit texts written by unknown authors.

During the period of Gupta rule, many colleges and universities opened throughout India. Which statement best explains why Gupta rulers pursued this policy?

The ruling class of the Gupta Empire highly valued intellectual and cultural pursuits.

The number system developed by Gupta mathematicians spread around the world largely as a result of Middle Eastern traders. Which statement best explains why this occurred?

Traders, who frequently calculate the supply and value of their goods, made use of the best mathematical system available.

Which of these is the best argument against using a caste system to organize a modern society? Options: The caste system prevents a nation from using people's skills efficiently. The caste system increases the level of corruption in the economic system. The caste system restricts trade and contact with people in other countries. The caste system undermines incentives for people to obey their political leaders.

The caste system prevents a nation from using people's skills efficiently.

India Chapter Assessment Flashcards

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Harappan civilization developed in the valley of which river and are credited with the first cities of Harappa and Mohejo-Daro?

Back

Indus

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Seasonal winds that bring either dry or wet air.

Back

Monsoons

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

For Hindus, it will determine the form you'll take when you get reborn.

Back

Karma

4.

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Hindu scriptures are called

Back

Vedas

5.

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Front

In India, how was a person's caste determined?

Back

You are born into it

6.

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The Vedic texts described rituals, explained how to perform sacrifices, and

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offered reflections from religious scholars.

7.

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Front

Your actions in life, either good or bad

Back

Karma

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