Quiz Review (The Quiz is 12/9/24)

Which factor most determined the caste to which a person belonged in ancient India?

• amount of wealth owned

• level of academic achievement

• family into which one was born

• office to which one was elected

Under the caste system of ancient India, which group had the highest status?

• Sudras, who served as farmers

• Brahmans, who served as priests

• Vaisyas, who served as merchants

• Kshatriyas, who served as warriors

How was Buddhism introduced into China during the Han dynasty?

• Explorers crossed the jungle from the south.

• Armies invaded through the Gobi Desert.

• Missionaries entered over the Silk Road.

• Traders visited ocean ports in the east.

Which pair correctly describes the effects of the Silk Road on Europe and Asia?

• Paper production was established in Europe. Islam became the primary religion in Asia.

• New spices were introduced to Europe. The practice of Buddhism was expanded in Asia.

• Investments in banking were reduced in Europe. Tea and jade were traded in Asia.

• Threats of piracy were reduced in Europe. A system of writing was developed in Asia.

What was one result of European merchants trading along the Silk Road?

• the expansion of democratic governments

• the development of modern banking practices

• the diffusion of cultural ideas

• the spread of mapmaking skills

Use the list below to answer the question. Ideas of Confucius about a Proper Society - Ceremony is important. - Respect for elders is essential. - ? Which of these correctly completes the list?

• Obey honorable people.

• Treat others without formality.

• No person is greater than another.

• New ideas are more important than wisdom.

What principle was taught by Confucius as a method for achieving harmony in society?

• People should trust their instincts.

• People should respect their parents.

• People should treat each other as equals.

• People should place the most value on their own new ideas.

Which of these experiences most affected the beliefs of Siddhartha Gautama?

• He saw sick and dying people.

• He belonged to a royal family.

• He grew up in a palace.

What message did Confucius have for leaders in ancient China?

• Broadcast your accomplishments.

• Punish your enemies.

• Gather great wealth.

• Lead by example.

Which development was an accomplishment of the Mauryan Empire?

• the expansion of Islam into Central Asia

• the advancement of navigation technology in China

• the establishment of Buddhism in Southeast Asia

• the implementation of the civil service exam in the Middle East