Classical Persia and Indian Quiz

How did Judaism differ from many other early religions prior to the classical period?

• Judaism encouraged missionaries to convert non-believers.

• Judaism relied on the interpretations of religious scholars.

• Judaism emphasized a belief in one God.

• Judaism imposed strict dietary laws.

Which belief system gained prominence in India during the Mauryan Empire?

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Confucianism

Which of the following best describes Indian culture during the rule of the Gupta Empire?

• Buddhist traditions dominated, while Hindu customs were viewed unfavorably.

• Hindu culture flourished with many works of art and literature being produced.

• Cultural pursuits were prohibited so people could spend their time in meditation.

• Indian scholars were persecuted by political leaders who felt threatened by their ideas.

Why did the Mauryan Empire flourish under the leadership of Ashoka?

• Ashoka forced many to convert to Buddhism and exiled rebellious Hindus from India.

• Ashoka instituted a period of peace and open trade after his conversion to Buddhism.

• Ashoka divided the empire into smaller city-states ruled by his brothers and sons.

• Ashoka passed laws that were so strict, no one dared to rebel.

Which of the following was politically characteristic of many civilizations during the Classical Era (500BC-600AD)?

• Complex empires with bureaucracies developed.

• Small feudal kingdoms spread across Eurasia.

• Representative governments evolved throughout the world.

• Voting rights were given to more and more people.

Which classical civilization created the decimal system and numeral writing used in the world today?

• Han China

• Gupta India

• Persian Empire

• Classical Greece

Zoroastrianism is an early monotheistic religion emerging from which classical civilization?

• Gupta India

• Greece

• Persia

• Han China

Which innovation promoted trade and contributed to the unity of the Persian Empire?

• Creation of a universal code of laws

• Use of standardized metal coins

• Division of the empire into administrative provinces

• Construction of the remarkable gardens of the palace in Babylon

Which of the following best explains how river valley civilizations influenced the development of Classical civilizations?

• The belief in monotheism was advanced by the river valley civilizations.

• The tradition of hunting and gathering was introduced by the river valley civilizations.

• The idea of religious freedom was promoted by the river valley civilizations.

• The foundations of political centralization were established by the river valley civilizations.

Who spread Buddhism?

• the Buddha

• Asoka

• Mohammad

• Moses