South Asia

How has the Indian subcontinent changed over time?

• It split off from Africa and drifted toward Asia.

• It divided into 1,190 islands made of coral.

• It split off from Asia and drifted toward Africa.

• It collided with the Himalaya mountains in the distant past.

Which of the following factors helped South Asia become a crossroads of culture in ancient times?

• its high mountains

• its variety of landscapes and climate

• its isolated villages

• its location on major sea trade routes

what changed in Indian life after Aryan culture formed?

• Farming began

• A caste system developed

• Planned cities were built

• Trade increased

What is one similarity between Hinduism and Buddhism?

• Hindus and Buddhists both believe the soul can be perfected in the world.

• Hindus and Buddhists both believe in a cycle of reincarnation.

• Neither religion was influenced by Aryan beliefs.

• Both religions came to South Asia from other religions.

Which powerful empire emerged in 1526 in India?

• Greek Empire

• Mughal Empire

• Roman Empire

Emperor Shah Jahan ruled the Mughal empire during the height of that empire. What building did he have built for his wife when she died?

• Eiffel Tower

• Hawa Mahal

• Brihadess Temple

• Taj Mahal

Who was India's greatest leader that urged nonviolence during the protest for independence?

• Mohandas Ghandi

• Buddha

• Shah Jahan

• Braham

In 1947 Britain withdrew from India, what were some problems Indian had?

• India was partitioned

• Ethnic conflicts

• Civil War amongst countries

• All the above

• Option 1 and 2

What is the Taj Mahal made of?

• Stone

• Brick

• Ivory-white marble

How long did it take to build the Taj Mahal?

• 5 years

• 20 years

• 15 years

• 10 years