Chapter 5 - Society in India & China TRY OUT

What is a society?

• A group of people with no common practices or needs.

• A group of people ruled by the same government, sharing common needs and practices.

• A random gathering of people.

• A single class of people sharing wealth and power.

In ancient India, the social hierarchy was organized in a system known as:

• Communism

• Caste System

• Feudal System

• Democracy

Which class in ancient Indian society consisted of warriors and rulers?

• Brahmins

• Shudras

• Vaishyas

• Kshatriyas

What was the role of the Brahmins in the caste system?

• Traders and farmers

• Warriors and rulers

• Priests, scholars, and teachers

• Soldiers and laborers

Which class in the caste system was known to consist of traders, farmers, and landowners?

• Shudras

• Kshatriyas

• Brahmins

• Vaishyas

Who were considered outside the varna system in ancient India?

• Vaishyas

• Kshatriyas

• Untouchables

• Brahmins

Which factor determined one's caste in ancient India?

• Wealth and education

• Specific occupation and family lineage

• Political connections

• Geographic location

How did the caste system provide a 'sense of belonging' in ancient India?

• Allowed everyone to choose their role freely

• Organized people into small, close-knit communities based on occupation

• Encouraged frequent movement between castes

• Promoted individualism and independence

During the Shang dynasty, who were given lands and limited power by the king?

• Farmers

• Feudal lords

• Scholars

• Traders

What was the purpose of the Imperial Civil Service Examination in ancient China?

• To test physical strength for military service.

• To choose officials based on merit rather than birth.

• To reward the feudal lords with positions of power.

• To ensure the wealthiest families controlled governance.