Ancient Indian History Quiz 127 (20 MCQs)

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1. Which ruler won the Battle of Kalinga, became very upset by the bloodshed, and then converted to Buddhism and spread it to his people?
2. What was a teacher called in India?
3. Which of the following helped trade to grow in India?
4. The teachings of Hinduism was first written down during .....
5. The Shang and Zhou Dynasties were part of what River Valley Civilization?
6. Read the phrase and determine which religion it is associated with:Believed in reaching nirvana through personal suffering-giving up all worldly possessions.
7. Part of the city of Mohenjo Daro was raised with walls around it. What inference can you make?
8. The Harrapans designed a sophisticated gravity powered plumbing and sewage system the envy of cities built thousands of years later.
9. What did the Han dynasty combine in order to govern the people?
10. In Tibet, Mahayana Buddhist leaders lead the government. This type of government is called a .....
11. Which religion is founded on suffering and was developed by a prince who gave up his life of luxury?
12. Sudras were.....
13. All of the following were Indian achievements EXCEPT?
14. What is the major religion in India that has many gods, with Brahma being the most important?
15. Women were free to make their own decisions & own property .....
16. An Indian social class whose members are restricted in jobs and social associations.
17. The Mauryan Empire reached its height under his rule
18. In India's jati and varna system, the Kshatriyas class contains these people
19. Hinduism believes in ..... which is the process of birth, life, death, and rebirth. (Fill in the blank)
20. Which group was traditionally the manual laborers?