WorksheetsClassical India Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 40mins
Why did the Mauryan Empire flourish under the leadership of Ashoka?
Ashoka forced many to convert to Buddhism and exiled rebellious Hindus from India.
Ashoka instituted a period of peace and open trade after his conversion to Buddhism.
Ashoka divided the empire into smaller city-states ruled by his brothers and sons.
Ashoka passed laws that were so strict, no one dared to rebel.
Which of the following best describes Indian culture during the rule of the Gupta Empire?
Buddhist traditions dominated, while Hindu customs were viewed unfavorably.
Hindu culture flourished with many works of art and literature being produced.
Cultural pursuits were prohibited so people could spend their time in meditation.
Indian scholars were persecuted by political leaders who felt threatened by their ideas.
The Gupta Empire is considered the "Golden Age" of ancient India PRIMARILY because it
was marked by achievements in science, mathematics, and the arts.
established the role of Buddhism as the central religion of India.
was the first Indian civilization to unite most of the subcontinent
defeated the Romans in numerous battles over control of trade routes.
During the Golden Age of India, which of the these were contributions to society?
laws and politics
sports and militarism
mathematics and literature
textiles and metalworking
Which Indian empire created the decimal system and numeral writing used in the world today?
Mughal Empire
Gupta Empire
Mauryan Empire
Chola Empire
What type of religion is Hinduism?
Monotheistic
Polytheistic
Atheistic
Pantheistic
What were the FIRST or OLDEST Hindu Scriptures brought by the Aryans?
Agama
Vedas
Avesta
Tripitaka
In Hinduism, a person's dharma -or set of spiritual duties and obligations- is based on...
the Vedas
bad karma
dedication to Vishnu
their caste and station in life.
Which of these is MOST true of the caste system in ancient India?
it was based on the Buddhist religion
women dominated society in ancient India and held many important positions in society
individuals were not allowed to move up in society regardless of their individual abilities
society was very fluid, and individuals could move up or down in society depending on how their personal abilities
According to Hindu beliefs, one's position in the caste system is determined by
your chosen profession.
your deeds in a previous life.
a test you take when you are 15
the caste system of your husband or wife.
In Buddhism, the release from selfishness and pain that comes from complete understanding is known as
dharma.
moksha.
nirvana.
sangha.
Hinduism and Buddhism have a common belief in
many gods.
reincarnation.
the caste system.
the sacredness of all life
Hinduism and Buddhism differ significantly in their beliefs about
reincarnation.
the cycle of history.
the caste system.
perfect understanding.
