Civilizations of Asia

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In what way was the caste system in India characterized? Options: Toleration of various religious beliefs, Equality between men and women, A lack of social mobility (up or down within the caste system), The right of people to choose their occupations

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A lack of social mobility (up or down within the caste system)

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Which belief is most closely associated with the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha)?

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People can overcome their desires by following the Eight-Fold Path.

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Some of the greatest discoveries from Ancient China that lead to the rise or fall of a civilization were: gunpowder, compass, silk, and the Great Wall

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gunpowder, compass, silk, and the Great Wall

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How did Hindu beliefs in a strict caste system influence culture and society in ancient India?

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Rights and freedoms were based on the social class one was born into.

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________ united the Mongols and led them in conquering much of Asia

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Genghis Khan

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After Genghis Khan died the empire was

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Divided into four parts

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What happened during the Pax Mongolica?

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Ideas and inventions spread with trade between Europe and China.

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________________ was the most famous European to visit China during the lifetime of Kublai Khan.  Later he described Kublai Khan and his court to Europeans.

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Marco Polo

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True or False: The Mongols tolerated other religions.

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true

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A golden age is

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when a civilization is at its highest in culture