Ancient China & India

The idea that rulers must be just to keep their power is called the _______.

• Mandate of Heaven

• Divine Right of Kings

• Social Contract

• Rule of Law

The network of trade routes that connected China to other parts of the world is called the _______.

• Silk Road

• Spice Route

• Amber Road

• Tea Horse Road

_______ refers to the belief in being reborn into a new life after death.

• Reincarnation

• Resurrection

• Transmigration

• Rebirth

The Chinese philosophy that emphasizes respect for elders and family is _______.

• Confucianism

• Taoism

• Buddhism

• Legalism

The _______ Empire was one of the largest in India, led by emperors like Ashoka.

• Maurya

• Gupta

• Chola

• Mughal

In Hinduism, _______ is the set of duties and responsibilities a person must follow based on their caste.

• Dharma

• Karma

• Moksha

• Artha

The Caste System in ancient Indian society was significant because it:

• Defined social hierarchy and roles

• Promoted economic equality

• Encouraged cultural exchange

• Eliminated social classes

Emperor Ashoka played a significant role in spreading Buddhism. Which of the following actions did he take to promote Buddhism?

• He built numerous stupas and monasteries.

• He waged wars to spread Buddhism.

• He banned all other religions.

• He isolated himself from the public.

The Great Wall of China was built to protect China from which group?

• Mongols

• Romans

• Vikings

• Persians

The Silk Road was important for Ancient China because it was:

• A trade route connecting China to the West

• A military path for Chinese armies

• A religious pilgrimage route

• A local road within China