Unit 3 Asia Vocabulary

What is the major religion of India that is still practiced today?

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Christianity

What was the first language of Ancient India?

• Hindi

• Sanskrit

• Tamil

• Urdu

What is the social hierarchy in India that divided society based on birth, wealth, or occupation?

• Feudal System

• Class System

• Caste System

• Tribal System

What concept involves the cause and effect laws determining future existence based on actions?

• Dharma

• Karma

• Moksha

• Nirvana

What is the process called when the soul is reborn in another body?

• Resurrection

• Reincarnation

• Transmigration

• Ascension

Which religion originated from the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama?

• Hinduism

• Jainism

• Buddhism

• Sikhism

What term describes peace and harmony beyond the sufferings of existence?

• Enlightenment

• Nirvana

• Salvation

• Bliss

What is a line of hereditary rulers in a country called?

• Monarchy

• Dynasty

• Republic

• Oligarchy

Who is the ruler of an empire?

• President

• Prime Minister

• Emperor

• Governor

What term describes the sharing of ideas, traditions, knowledge, and goods?

• Globalization

• Cultural Exchange

• Trade

• Diplomacy