South Asia: History Pretest

The Chapter 17, Section 2 Essential Question is...

How have physical features, ________ , and empires shaped South Asia's borders?

(a)   were features of the Harappan civilization.

• brick houses with outdoor plumbing
• religious temples and a strong army
• indoor plumbing and a sewer system
• formal education

Match the following factors with their role in the structure of Aryan society.

• Basis for social classes

• a person’s religion

• Defines regional identity

• a person’s birthplace

• Determines generational roles

• a person’s occupation

• Influences cultural practices

• a person’s age

What advancements were made by the Gupta Empire?

• medicines, drawing, and painting

• irrigation, democracy, and a strong military

• literature, mathematics, and astronomy

• weapons, education, and religious structures

Which religion was brought to South Asia by the Mughals?

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Buddhism

• Jainism

What effect did colonialism by the British have on India?

• It restricted religious freedom.

• It required Indians to speak English.

• It allowed Indian manufacturers to export goods produced from their natural resources.

• It forced India to import British goods.

Which of the following was an effect of Partition?

• It allowed Hindus and Muslims to live together in peace.

• It allowed most people of India to remain in their homes.

• Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs had to decide where to live.

• It settled disputes over the region known as Kashmir.

Which is the largest minority religion in South Asia?

• Islam

• Sikhism

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

Which of the following is a belief of the Hindu religion?

• After death, the soul is reborn into another physical life.

• Suffering is part of life.

• One can worship only one deity, or god.

• If you live a good life, your soul will go to heaven.

What is your guess? How have physical features, religion, and empires shaped South Asia's borders?