South Asia Project Entry Event 2026

Part 1

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Labeling

Label the following on the map.

Drag labels to their correct position on the image

Bay of Bengal

Kush Mountains

Ganges River

Indus River

Indian Ocean

Arabian Sea

Himalaya Mountains

Open Ended

How do you think the geography of a region like South Asia might influence the cultures and societies that develop there?

Multiple Choice

Which mountain range is home to Mount Everest and forms a natural barrier between South Asia and Central Asia?

• Himalayas

• Hindu Kush

• Karakoram

• Andes

Multiple Choice

Which of the following rivers is considered sacred to Hindus and sustains hundreds of millions of people across northern India and Bangladesh?

• Indus River

• Ganges River

• Brahmaputra River

• Yangtze River

Multiple Choice

A monsoon is

• A type of dessert made with layers of sponge cake and cream
• A type of fast-moving river
• A type of tropical fruit
• A seasonal wind pattern that brings heavy rainfall to certain regions

Open Ended

Explain how the monsoon climate impacts agriculture and livelihoods in South Asia.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a major environmental challenge faced by South Asia due to its monsoon climate?

• Flooding

• Earthquakes

• Volcanic eruptions

• Tornadoes

Multiple Select

The diverse geography of South Asia includes

• some of the world's highest mountains

• vast, arid deserts

• jungles

• volcanoes and glaciers

Northern India​

​Gupta Empire

Multiple Choice

The Gupta Empire spread across most of

• Northern India

• Southern India

• Afghanistan

• Himalaya Mountains

Fill in the Blanks

The Gupta Empire is known as a golden age of cultural, scientific, and artistic achievement in

Asian history.

Multiple Select

Which of the following helped the empire gain power?

• natural resources

• trade with Europe and China

• military conquest

• slave labor

• strict laws

Multiple Select

The Gupta Empire is credited with many contributions and achievements in

• mathematics

• poetry

• astronomy

• weaponry

Multiple Select

Which of the following were scientific achievements during the Gupta Empire?

• Development of the concept of zero

• Calculation of planetary positions

• Discovery of penicillin

• Advances in metallurgy

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Part 2

Multiple Choice

The Chola Empire developed in

• Northern India

• Southern India

• Southern China

• Northern Africa

Multiple Select

How did the Cholas become one of the most powerful ruling families of India?

• effective rulers

• strong army and navy

• trade networks

• religious missionaries

Multiple Choice

The Chola developed Temple Towns similar to some modern cities.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the Chola Empire is correct?

• The Chola Empire was known for its maritime dominance and extensive trade networks.

• The Chola Empire was primarily located in northern India.

• The Chola Empire was famous for its advancements in medicine.

• The Chola Empire lasted from the 5th to the 8th centuries.

Multiple Select

Which of the following were functions of Chola temples besides being places of worship?

• Economic centers

• Educational institutions

• Community hubs

• Military bases

Open Ended

Explain the significance of the Brihadeshwara Temple in the context of Chola architecture and society.

Multiple Choice

Which lost-wax casting technique was used to create Chola bronze sculptures, and what qualities did these sculptures embody?

• Sand casting; simplicity and fragility

• Lost-wax casting; grace, naturalism, and spiritual power

• Clay modeling; realism and strength

• Stone carving; durability and heaviness

Open Ended

How did the Chola Empire's administrative and economic systems contribute to its prosperity and eventual decline?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between Hinduism and Buddhism according to the text?

• They have always been completely separate traditions with no interaction.

• They share common cultural roots and have influenced each other for millennia.

• Hinduism originated from Buddhism.

• Buddhism is only practiced in South Asia.

Multiple Select

Select all features that are associated with Hinduism's sacred texts and philosophical schools.

• Mahabharata and Ramayana are epic texts.

• Hinduism has a single founder.

• Dharma, karma, and moksha are explored in scriptures.

• All Hindu schools interpret reality in the same way.

Fill in the Blanks

The cycle of birth, death, and rebirth in Hinduism and Buddhism is known as

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the architectural and cultural influence of Buddhism and Hinduism across Asia?

• Buddhist architecture was limited to India and did not influence other regions.

• Hindu temples only influenced Southeast Asia and had no artistic significance.

• Both Buddhist and Hindu traditions inspired sacred architecture and arts that shaped cultures across Asia and the world.

• Arts and culture in Asia were not influenced by religious traditions.

Multiple Select

Which of the following were revolutionary principles of the Bhakti movement?

• Devotion over ritual

• Rejection of caste

• Vernacular expression

• Emphasis on priestly mediation

Fill in the Blanks

The Bhakti movement produced remarkable poet-saints like Mirabai, Kabir, and Tukaram, whose teachings emphasized spiritual unity and

over social divisions.

Open Ended

Explain how the Bhakti movement challenged traditional religious practices and social hierarchies in South Asia.

Open Ended

How has South Asia's religious and cultural legacy continued to shape the modern world?