South Asia Unit Test

What period is often referred to as the "Golden Age of India"?

• The Mughal Empire

• The Gupta Empire

• The Maurya Empire

• The British Raj

Who was the famous mathematician and astronomer during the Gupta Empire?

• Aryabhata

• Pythagoras

• Euclid

• Galileo

What mathematical concept did Indian mathematicians develop during the Gupta period?

• Binary system

• Decimal system

• Roman numerals

• Fractional system

What did Aryabhata propose about the Earth?

• The Earth is flat

• The Earth is the center of the universe

• The Earth rotates on its axis and revolves around the sun

• The Earth is stationary

What is notable about the architecture of the Gupta Empire?

• Use of wood in construction

• Simple and plain designs

• Elaborate temples and stupas

• Lack of intricate designs

Which goods did India export during the Gupta Empire?

• Metals and raw materials

• Luxury goods such as silk, spices, and precious stones

• Agricultural products

• Machinery and tools

What was the Chola Empire known for?

• Their agricultural innovations

• Their naval power and extensive trade networks

• Their isolation from other regions

• Their lack of cultural influence

What role did the Chola Empire play in cultural influence?

• Spreading Buddhism and Jainism

• Spreading Hinduism and Tamil culture

• Isolating from other cultures

• Rejecting all foreign influences

Which two main schools did Buddhism diversify into?

• Mahayana and Theravada

• Zen and Taoism

• Hinduism and Jainism

• Sikhism and Sufism

Who was the founder of Gupta empire?

• Samudragupta

• Chandragupta I

• Sri Gupta

• Chandragupta II