South Asia Review

Which region was the birthplace of Hinduism and Buddhism?

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What are religions that believe in many Gods called?

• monotheistic

• polytheistic

Buddhists and Hindus share a belief in

• reincarnation

• prayer 5 times a day

• 4 noble truths

Which of the following are holidays associated with Hinduism?

• Ramadan and Easter

• Christmas and Easter

• Diwali and Holi

Which system created in India around 5th century BCE divided people into groups arranged in order of rank?

• The Upper Class System

• The Lower Caste System

• The Buddhist System

• The Caste System

What is spread of religion an example of?

• urbanization

• cultural diffusion

• colonization

• war

Which of the following is a characteristic of limited governments?

• Having a dictator as a leader.

• Not allowing citizens to elect representatives.

• Dividing the government into three branches.

What document limits the power of government leaders?

• the Constitution

• the Holy Book

• the Pledge of Allegiance

Who owns businesses in a communist economy?

• entrepreneurs

• people

• government

What are monsoons?

• longitude lines

• ocean currents

• the highest mountain ranges in the world

• winds that bring rain during the summer and dry air during the winter