Ancient Indian History Quiz 77 (25 MCQs)

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1. The Harappan civilization developed along the _____ river.

2. To avoid a religious reference in dating, many historians prefer to use the following initials.

3. Dynasty in India around 320 AD where India became prosperous

4. Check all that apply. Which religion(s) are stupas associated with?

5. In Hinduism, the idea of passing through many lives to reach the Brahman is called _____

6. What is the name of the time period of Indian history that we have been learning abut this Module?

7. What did the people of Mohenjodaro have in their homes as a result of sewer systems

8. What was the purpose of the Panchatantra?

9. A period of great happiness, prosperity, and achievement is known as the _____ age.

10. A person in this caste cannot ever change castes no matter how much good karma they have.

11. Ancient Indian scientific achievements included all of the following except

12. All were resources of India EXCEPT?

13. If you are an untouchable in your former life _____ how did you become a Brahmin in your new life?

14. The idea that, after death, your soul will be reborn is _____

15. What is the term for the state of liberation and enlightenment that Buddhists aim to achieve?

16. A large landmass, smaller than a continent

17. Occupation based caste meaning "birth group"

18. A large landmass similar to but smaller than a continent

19. What made the caste system a different social structure than other civilizations?

20. _____ cities were constructed to have a grid like street pattern with 90 degree corners

21. The Aryan beliefs in reincarnation and karma are associated with which religion?

22. An Indian social class whose members are restricted in the jobs they may take and in their association with members of other castes

23. During the Gupta Empire, India entered a Golden Age where literature, arts, science and math flourished.

24. Which is a Buddhist belief?

25. What evidence suggests that the Indus Valley people had a strong central government?