3.1 - The Indo-Europeans

Front

Which animals did the Indo-Europeans primarily herd?

Back

Cattle, sheep, and goats

Front

What form of transportation did the Indo-Europeans use in battle?

Back

Light, two-wheeled chariots

Front

What was the capital of the Hittite Empire?

Back

Hattusas

Front

Key technological advancement of the Hittites in warfare?

Back

Iron weapons

Front

What did the Hittites blend with their own traditions?

Back

Mesopotamian traditions

Front

What significant event happened to the Hittite empire around 1190 B.C.?

Back

The Hittite empire fell due to invasions.

Front

What epic reflects the struggles of the Aryan kings in India?

Back

The Mahabharata

Front

What was the primary reason for the slow progress of Aryan settlements?

Back

Difficulties clearing the jungle for farming

Front

What was the Aryans' relationship with the dasas?

Back

They were enemies.

Front

What did the Aryans use to pass down their sacred literature?

Back

Oral tradition