Ancient Indian Civilization Quiz

Which god is associated with destruction and transformation?

• Brahma

• Vishnu

• Shiva

• Krishna

Which caste was responsible for being warriors in ancient India?

• Brahmin

• Kshatriya

• Vaishya

• Sudra

Who were the Vaishyas in the caste system?

• Priests

• Warriors

• Farmers, artisans, and merchants

• Servants

What was a caste described as in the text?

• A group of friends

• A sports team

• A way of organizing people in society

• A music group

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What did Siddhartha Gautama become known as?

• A king

• A warrior

• Buddha

• A priest

What did Siddhartha's father try to hide from him?

• Wealth

• Power

• Aging, sickness, and death

• Knowledge

What was unique about the Dalits in India?

• They were the highest caste

• They did not belong to any caste

• They were warriors

• They were priests

What is karma compared to in the text?

• A heavy stone

• A backpack

• A suitcase

• A treasure chest

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What did Siddhartha do to live without a home?

• Built a hut

• Lived in a cave

• Shaved his head and wore rags

• Lived in a palace

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What did Siddhartha use to slow down his breathing?

• His mind

• A machine

• A special herb

• A magic spell

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