Ch. 15 Review - Learning about World Religions: Hinduism

Who were the Aryans?

• a group of scribes who recorded Indian teachings

• the highest caste in Indian society

• a nomadic people who moved into India

• the original tribes of southern India

Which of these is the best reason for someone in India to study Sanskrit?

• to understand road signs

• to run for political office

• to read the ancient texts

• to talk to ordinary people

The roots of Hinduism are found in the Vedas, which are

• the temples where rituals were performed.

• the three most important deities.

• a group of people from Europe.

• a collection of sacred texts.

According to the Vedas, what are the varnas

• four main social classes that lead to a functioning society

• the proper ways to read ancient Sanskrit texts

• the evil spirits that prevent Hindus from escaping reincarnation

• the true lessons Hindus should gain from reading the Vedas

Why did Mahatma Gandhi criticize the caste system's ideas of discrimination?

• The caste system allowed Hindus to marry Catholics.

• The caste system prevented Gandhi from increasing his power.

• The caste system did not align with Hindu teachings.

• The caste system did not evolve from the jatis.

Which job was a Vaishyas most likely to do?

• plow a field

• hold a government post

• herd sheep

• interpret religious law

A person who spoke these words most likely belonged to which social class?

“I have been learning about battle. My father is showing me how to use different kinds of weapons so I will be a good warrior.”

• Shudras

• Vaishyas

• Brahmins

• Kshatriyas

Why were Untouchables excluded from other Indians?

• They did work others considered lowly.

• They shared all their goods.

• hey wanted to stay pure.

• They had to eat a special diet.

To certain Hindus, the soul, or atman, is a part of

• Shiva.

• the sun.

• Brahman.

• the ocean.

Which of these sentences is true of most Hindu temples?

• They face west toward the setting sun.

• They are placed as far from cities as possible

• They are small so as not to distract worshipers.

• They contain elaborate sculptures.