Ancient India Test Review

What is the Caste system?

• The Caste system is a political system in India.

• The Caste system is a religious practice in India.

• The Caste system is a form of government in India.

• The Caste system is a social hierarchy prevalent in India.

What are the origins of the Caste system?

• medieval Europe

• ancient India

• ancient China

• modern United States

1. What geographical feature formed the northern boundary of Ancient India?

• Gobi Desert

• Himalaya Mountians

• Thar Desert

• Indus River

What desert is located in the northwest region of Ancient India?

• Golgi Body

• Golbi

• The Thar

• Indus

Who was the first emperor of the Maurya empire in Ancient India?

• Askoha

• Maurya Aires

• Siddhartha Gautama

• Chandrapta Maurya

Who is considered the founder of buddhism?

• Maurya

• Askoha

• Siddartha Gautama

• Si Moon

Which ancient city of India was known for its excellent urban planning and drainage systems?

• Delhi

• Harappa

• Agra

• Pataliputra

Buddhism spreads widely through Asia primarily due to which emperor's support?

• Emperor Ashoka

• Emperor Alexander

• Emperor Akbar

• Emperor Harsha

What is a subcontinent?

• a rainy period of time

• a large landmass that is set apart from a larger continent by land or water

• an peninsula in the middle of the Pacific

• a hilly region like mountains

Which two major world religions originated from Ancient India?

• Judaism

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Hinduism