India Vocab

What is a subcontinent?

• A large body of water

• A small island

• A landmass that is smaller than a continent but larger than a country

• A type of animal

What is a monsoon?

• A type of dessert

• A strong tropical storm

• A large mountain range

• A seasonal wind that brings heavy rainfall

What is a citadel?

• A type of food

• A large city

• A fortified structure or fortress

• A type of clothing

What does the term "caste" refer to?

• A musical instrument

• A social class or system determined by birth

• A type of dance

• A religious ceremony

What does it mean to migrate?

• To travel to outer space

• To move from one place to another, usually for better opportunities

• To build a house

• To study in a different country

What is a Brahman?

• A type of bird

• A type of fruit

• A member of the highest Hindu caste

• A type of flower

What is an avatar?

• A type of vehicle

• A mythical creature

• A representation or incarnation of a deity in human or animal form

• A type of computer program

What is reincarnation?

• A type of food

• The act of being reborn in a new body after death

• A type of transportation

• A religious holiday

What does the term "dharma" mean?

• A type of music

• A type of clothing

• The moral and ethical duties and responsibilities in Hinduism

• A type of architecture

What does "ahimsa" refer to?

• A type of weapon

• The practice of non-violence and compassion towards all living things

• A type of dance

• A type of plant