C6 S1 Quiz Ancient India NG

What are the two major rivers of northern India?

• A. the Tigris and the Euphrates

• B. the Harrapan and the Hindu Kush

• C. the Indus and the Ganges

• D. the Mohenjo-Daro and the Harappa

Which Indian civilization emerged first?

• A. Harrapan

• B. Brahman

• C. Ayran

• D. Hindu

Which of the following statements is true of Harappan civilization?

• A. The Harrapan civilization fell to Aryan invaders.

• B. Harappan writings have told historians much about their culture.

• C. There were only weak ties between the cities.

• D. Its influence was greater than that of ancient Egypt.

The winter winds on the South Asia subcontinent are called what?

• A. dry monsoons

• B. wet monsoons

• C. typhoons

• D. karma

The social class system of the Aryans developed into which of the following?

• A. Brahmanism

• B. reincarnation

• C. caste system

• D. Buddhism

What is the term for Buddha's teachings, or divine law?

• A. nirvana

• B. Four Noble Truths

• C. dharma

• D. Bhagavad Gita