Ancient Indian History Quiz 86 (20 MCQs)

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1. What mathematical practice is rooted in ancient India and still in use today?
2. Summer monsoons bring
3. The lowest social class that is NOT a Varna is called .....
4. In Buddhism and Hinduism a state of wisdom which breaks the cycle of reincarnation.
5. People who work to spread their religious beliefs
6. What ocean borders India?
7. This religion believed karma is caused by one's actions, followed dharma in order to reach Brahman, believed people should follow their caste, and formed when Aryan religion mixed with other Indian beliefs.
8. True or False:The only way to get out of your caste is when you are judged by the gods after your death.
9. True or False:King Asoka gave up warfare and decided to rule by Buddhist teachings.
10. What country is located on the Western border of Afghanistan and Pakistan
11. Ashoka began practicing Buddhism after his battle at .....
12. The mountain range, which seperates India from China is the .....
13. Which of the following words could be used to describe how Ashoka ruled India:
14. Who created Buddhism?
15. The Olmecs and Maya were divided into separate social ..... based upon people's occupations or jobs.
16. Which is NOT true of the Deccan Plateau?
17. To certain Hindus, the soul, or atman, is a part of:
18. The idea that a person lives through many lives is called
19. True or False:Hindus wash in the Ganges River to clean themselves and have a religious experience.
20. Where is the Indus River Valley located?