chapter 19 test review history of ancient india 2300 bc–ad 500

Chapter 19 Test Review

History of Ancient India 2300 BC–AD 500

Question #1

• The Ancient Indian cities of Harappa and Mohenjo Daro were located near what river?

The Ancient Indian cities of Harappa and Mohenjo Daro were located near what river?

*Indus River

Question #2

• The Harappan civilization is regarded as India’s first civilization, yet was located in what modern country?

The Harappan civilization is regarded as India’s first civilization, yet was located in what modern country?

•Pakistan

Question #3

• For what purpose did the Harappans travel into southern India and as far away as Mesopotamia?

For what purpose did the Harappans travel into southern India and as far away as Mesopotamia?

*trade (they traded for raw materials to makes items such as pottery

Question #4

• Discoveries indicate the ancient Harappans developed India’s first writing system. However, this writing has yet to be translated. Explain.

Discoveries indicate the ancient Harappans developed India’s first writing system. However, this writing has yet to be translated. Explain.

˚only short passages have been discovered (not sure how an English translation is provided!!)

Question #5

• What evidence suggests the Harappans were skilled engineers?

What evidence suggests the Harappans were skilled engineers?

•their cities were well-planned and included sewer systems and indoor plumbing

Question #6

• What is indicated by the discovery of Harappan statues that included elaborate clothing and jewelry?

What is indicated by the discovery of Harappan statues that included elaborate clothing and jewelry?

˚Harappan society had a class system

Question #7

• Knowledge of the Aryans comes mostly from what source?

Knowledge of the Aryans comes mostly from what source?

˚the Vedas

Question #8

• Identify the leaders of Aryan communities and villages.

Identify the leaders of Aryan communities and villages.

˚groups within communities were led by skilled warriors; villages were led by rajas (kings)

Question #9

• Identify the Aryan language.

Identify the Aryan language.

˚Sanskrit

Question #10

• Identify, in order from high to low, the 4 varnas.

Identify, in order from high to low, the 4 varnas.

1. Brahmins2. Kshatriyas3. Vaisyas4. Sudra

*remember that the untouchables were not considered a part of society

(a better image appears on page 479 of the Eastern World textbook)

Question #11

• How could the caste system be changed?

How could the caste system be changed?

˚individual castes gained or lost favor in society

Question #12

• What part of the caste system was considered most important by the Aryans?

What part of the caste system was considered most important by the Aryans?

˚following the rules (rules included marrying someone only from the same class)

Question #13

• List 3 things contained in the Vedic texts.

List 3 things contained in the Vedic texts.

1. reflections by religious people

2. descriptions of religious rituals

3. descriptions of secret rituals

Question #14

• How are the Vedas and Vedic texts related?

How are the Vedas and Vedic texts related?

•the Vedic texts are a collection of thoughts on the Vedas

Question #15

• What is the most common religion in India today?

What is the most common religion in India today?

˚Hinduism (more than 80% of Indians are Hindus)

Question #16

• Identify 3 major Hindu gods.

Identify 3 major Hindu gods.

1. Brahma (the Creator)

2. Siva (the Destroyer)3. Vishnu (the

Preserver)

Question #17

• How is the afterlife for a Hindu different than for a Christian?

How is the afterlife for a Hindu different than for a Christian?

•Hindus believe in reincarnation, the process of rebirth. It may take several lifetimes to escape the illusion and eventually be one with Brahman.

Question #18

• Describe karma and its impact on reincarnation.

Describe karma and its impact on reincarnation.

˚karma is the results on the soul of a person based on his/her actions; karma determines rebirth

Question #19

• What is the main duty of Hindus?

What is the main duty of Hindus?

•to accept his/her place in the world

Question #20

• How did early Hindu teachings discriminate against women?

How did early Hindu teachings discriminate against women?

*women were not permitted to study the Vedas

Question #21

Who founded Jainism?

How many of these apples would a strict Jain be allowed to eat? Explain your answer

Question #21

Who founded Jainism?

Mahariva

How many of these apples would a strict Jain be allowed to eat? Explain your answer

12---Jains will only eat fruit that has naturally fallen to the ground.

Question #22

• What is the basic belief of followers of Jainism?

What is the basic belief of followers of Jainism?

*nonviolence

Question #23

• Describe the early childhood of Siddhartha Gautama.

Describe the early childhood of Siddhartha Gautama.

*he was a rich prince, born in to the Kshatriya class; lived a life of luxury in a palace

Question #24

• Identify 3 manners in which Gautama sought answers to his questions.

Identify 3 manners in which Gautama sought answers to his questions.

1. talked with smart people2. meditated3. wandered throughout India

Question #25

• Where was Gautama when he reached enlightenment?

Where was Gautama when he reached enlightenment?

*under a bodhi tree

Question #26

• From where does suffering originate?

From where does suffering originate?

*wants / desires

Question #27

• By what name would Gautama become better known?

By what name would Gautama become better known?

*Buddha

Question #28

• Rank the following events from 1 (earliest) to 4 (last):

-Gautama meditated under a tree-Gautama became disenchanted with life-Gautama gained insight into human

suffering-Gautama wandered through forest

Rank the following events from 1 (earliest) to 4 (last):

-Gautama meditated under a tree---3

-Gautama became disenchanted with life---1

-Gautama gained insight into human suffering---4

-Gautama wandered through forest---2

Question #29

• Why would Buddha disagree with “Contentment springs from gaining what one wants.”

Why would Buddha disagree with “Contentment springs from gaining what one wants.”

*Buddha believes that suffering originates from having wants and desires and that fulfilling these want and desires does not result in happiness.

Question #30

• Identify the Four Noble Truths.

Identify the Four Noble Truths.

1. Suffering is a part of life.

2. Suffering is caused by wants and desires.

3. Nirvana is attainable.4. People should follow an

eight-fold path.

Question #31

• How can a follower of Buddhism reach nirvana?

How can a follower of Buddhism reach nirvana?

*follow the Eight-Fold Path

Question #32

• Identify the components of the Eight-Fold Path.

Identify the components of the Eight-Fold Path.1. Right thought2. Right action3. Right intent4. Right speech5. Right livelihood6. Right effort7. Right mindfulness8. Right concentration

Question #33

• What part of Hinduism did the Buddha disagree with?

What part of Hinduism did the Buddha disagree with?

1. Animal sacrifice2. Authority of Hindu

priests3. Use of the caste

system

Question #34

• What are 2 main differences between Theravada and Mahayana Buddhists?

What are 2 main differences between Theravada and Mahayana Buddhists?

1. Theravada: follow Buddha’s teachings exactly; believe one can reach enlightenment on their own; practiced mostly in Southeast Asia

2. Mahayana: believe Buddha’s teachings are open to interpretation; believe people need help reaching enlightenment; practiced mostly in East Asia

Question #35

• Identify 3 characteristics of the Mauryan Empire government.

Identify 3 characteristics of the Mauryan Empire government.

1. complex, central government

2. large army3. heavy taxes

Question #36

• Identify Asoka.

Identify Asoka.

*strongest ruler of the Mauryan Empire; converted to Buddhism; worked to help his people

Question #37

• What did Asoka promise following his conversion to Buddhism?

What did Asoka promise following his conversion to Buddhism?

*to end wars of conquest

Question #38

• When did Hinduism gain popularity in India?

When did Hinduism gain popularity in India?

*upon the reunification of India by the Gupta dynasty

Question #39

• What is considered the greatest accomplishment of the Gupta dynasty?

What is considered the greatest accomplishment of the Gupta dynasty?

*the reunification of India

Question #40

• What was the Gupta policy on religion?

What was the Gupta policy on religion?

*Hinduism was the main religion, but other religions were acceptable.

Question #41

• Under whose leadership did the Gupta dynasty come to an end?

Under whose leadership did the Gupta dynasty come to an end?

*Candra Gupta II

Question #42

• What was the major difference in the Mauryan Hindu temples with those built during the Gupta period?

What was the major difference in the Mauryan Hindu temples with those built during the Gupta period?

*Gupta Hindu temples were considered more complex.

Question #43

• What is the significance of the stupa temples?

What is the significance of the stupa temples?

*hold sacred items from the life of the Buddha

Question #44

• The Mahabharata contains what famous passage?

The Mahabharata contains what famous passage?

*Bhagavad Gita

Question #45

• What is the Panchatantra?

What is the Panchatantra?

*collection of stories that teach lessons

Question #46

• What group of people is given credit for creating the numerals used today?

What group of people is given credit for creating the numerals used today?

*Indian scholars

Question #47

• Identify 6 things Indian astronomers knew about.

Identify 6 things Indian astronomers knew about.

1. knew of 7 planets2. the sun was a star3. the planets revolved

around the sun4. the Earth was a sphere5. the Earth turned on its

axis6. could predict eclipses

of the sun and moon

Vocabulary

• Indus River, Harappa, Mohenhjo Daro, Sanskrit, caste system, reincarnation, karma, nonviolence, fasting, meditation, nirvana, missionaries, mercenaries, edicts, metallurgy, allows, Hindu-Arabic numerals, inoculation, astronomy

Question #48What country is represented by the number 2?

What country is represented by the number 2?

*India

Question #49What country is represented by the number 8?

What country is represented by the number 8?

*Sri Lanka

Question #50What country is represented by the number 1?

What country is represented by the number 1?

*Pakistan

Question #51What country is east of Libya and north of Sudan?

Question #51What country is east of Libya and north of Sudan?

*Egypt

Question #52What country is a large island off the southeast coast of Africa?

Question #52What country is a large island off the southeast coast of Africa?

*Madagascar

Question #53What country contains the enclave, Lesotho?

Question #53What country contains the enclave, Lesotho?

*South Africa

Question #54What country borders 14 countries?

Question #54What country borders 14 countries?

*China

Question #55What country ONLY borders North Korea?

Question #55What country ONLY borders North Korea?

•South Korea

Question #56What country is bordered by India on both the west and east?

Question #56What country is bordered by India on both the west and east?

*Bangladesh

Question #57: Beyond Our Borders: IndiaWhile English is not considered an official language of India because it is a reminder of their colonial past, Indians do enjoy playing what sport that was introduced to them by the British?

Beyond Our Borders: IndiaWhile English is not considered an official language of India because it is a reminder of their colonial past, Indians do enjoy playing what sport that was introduced to them by the British?*cricket

Question #58 What is Hinduism?

What river is considered as the most sacred to Hindus?

What is Hinduism?What river is considered as the most sacred to Hindus?

*Ganges

Question #59What is Buddhism?What is the name of the Buddhist holiday that celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha?

What is Buddhism?What is the name of the Buddhist holiday that celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha?

*Vesak

Question #60

• What structure was built by Shah Jahan?

Question #60What structure was built by Shah Jahan?

*Taj Mahal

Question #61

• Which craft is made by painting fabric with hot wax, then dipping it into colored dyes?

Question #61Which craft is made by painting fabric with hot wax, then dipping it into colored dyes?

*batik

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