The Mughal Empire

What is a key characteristic of Hinduism according to the text?

• It has a single authority or book.

• It involves worship at a shrine in the home.

• It requires daily visits to a temple.

• It originated in Europe.

When did the Mughal Empire begin to rule most of India?

• 1400

• 1526

• 1600

• 1700

What cultures blended during the Mughal Empire?

• Indian and Chinese

• Persian and Indian

• Greek and Roman

• Egyptian and Indian

Who was Zahiruddin Muhammad better known as?

• Akbar

• Humayun

• Babur

• Timur

In which year did Babur capture the area around Delhi?

• 1526

• 1530

• 1555

• 1540

Who succeeded Babur as the ruler of the Mughal Kingdom?

• Akbar

• Humayun

• Jahangir

• Shah Jahan

At what age did Akbar become the ruler?

• Twelve

• Thirteen

• Fourteen

• Fifteen

Which areas did Akbar bring under his control?

• Only India

• India and Pakistan

• Northern and central India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, and parts of Afghanistan, China, Bhutan, and Myanmar

• India and Nepal

What was one of Akbar's policies towards religions other than Islam?

• He imposed a tax on non-Muslims.

• He was intolerant of other religions.

• He employed Hindus in his government.

• He banned all other religions.

What language did Jahangir promote as the official language of the empire?

• Persian

• Arabic

• Sanskrit

• Urdu