Exploring Ancient India

What was one of the main reasons the Indus Valley Civilization is considered advanced for its time?

• They had a written language that has been fully deciphered.

• They developed a complex urban planning system with grid patterns and advanced drainage.

• They were the first to use iron tools.

• They had a monarchy system.

Explain how the Maurya Empire contributed to the spread of Buddhism.

• By building large temples dedicated to Hindu gods.

• By sending missionaries to other parts of Asia and supporting Buddhist councils.

• By creating a new form of Buddhism that was more appealing to the masses.

• By banning all other religions in the empire.

Compare and contrast the core beliefs of Hinduism and Buddhism.

• Both religions believe in a single god and reject the caste system.

• Hinduism believes in the caste system, while Buddhism rejects it; both believe in karma and reincarnation.

• Buddhism believes in multiple gods, while Hinduism does not; both reject the caste system.

• Both religions originated in China and have no concept of karma.

How did the geography of India influence its cultural development?

• The deserts isolated India from all other cultures.

• The mountains and rivers facilitated trade and cultural exchange with other regions.

• The flat plains made it easy for invaders to conquer India.

• The dense forests prevented any form of agriculture.

What was a significant cultural achievement of ancient India in the field of mathematics?

• The invention of the abacus

• The development of the concept of zero

• The creation of the first calendar

• The discovery of the Pythagorean theorem

Analyze the impact of Emperor Asoka's conversion to Buddhism on his rule.

• It led to the expansion of his empire through military conquests.

• It resulted in the promotion of peace and the spread of Buddhism throughout Asia.

• It caused a civil war within the empire.

• It led to the decline of trade with neighboring regions.

Describe the structure of the caste system in ancient India.

• A classless society where everyone had equal rights.

• A rigid social hierarchy with four main classes and numerous sub-castes.

• A system based on wealth and property ownership.

• A flexible system where people could easily change their caste.

What was a key feature of the Maurya Empire under Emperor Asoka's rule?

• The promotion of Hinduism as the state religion.

• The establishment of a vast network of roads and rest houses.

• The construction of the Great Wall of India.

• The introduction of a new currency system.

What is Mohenjo-Daro?

• ancient Persian spiritual leader

• ancient Aryan game

• ancient Indian warrior

• an Indus River Valley ancient city

Which Indian civilization produced some of the world's first planned cities?

• Aryan

• Guptan

• Mauryan

• Harappan