History Alive! Chapter 15 Quiz

A religion that developed in India over many centuries; it traces its roots to older traditions, such as Vedic beliefs and Brahmanism

• Buddhism

• Judaism

• Hinduism

• Atheism

Which of the following ancient traditions gave rise to Hinduism and helped shape Indian life?

• how people worship

• what jobs people have

• what foods people eat

• all of the above

What are Vedas?

• a collection of ancient writings viewed as sacred by many Hindus

• an ancient Indian language

• a class, or group, in Hindu society

• a belief found in Hinduism and other Indian traditions that a person has a duty or obligation to live an honorable life

What is a caste?

• a colection of ancient writings viewed as sacred by many Hindus

• a class, or a group, in Hindu society

• an ancient Indian language

• a belief found in Hinduism and other Indian traditions that a person has a duty or obligation to live an honorable life

Followers of the ancient Vedic religion and Brahmanism communicated with their deities by ______

• building a monument in their honor

• holding elaborate rites and sacrifices outdoors

• singing songs and hymns

• none of the above

Which of the following became the symbol for the Hindu belief in reverence for life?

• cow

• camel

• snake

• goat

In the Indian caste system, people were placed into certain social classes based on ______

• religion

• gender

• age

• birth

Who were the Aryans?

• the original tribes of southern India

• the highest caste in Indian society

• a nomadic people who moved into India

• a group of rulers and warriors

The person who spoke these words most likely belonged to which caste?

"I have been learning where to take our flock of sheep to graze."

• Vaishyas

• Brahmins

• Kyshatriyas

• Shudras

A belief found in Hinduism and other Indian traditions that a person has a duty or obligation to live an honorable life.

• caste

• karma

• dharma

• samsara