Important Rivers
What caused the Indus River to flood in the spring?
Snow melting from the Himalayan Mountains
How many gods are in the religion Hinduism?
Many - over 300,000
Once Siddhartha become enlightened, what did his name change to?
Buddha
What was one of China's inventions?
Paper, woodblocking
How did the fertile soil help people living near the river?
It gave them good soil for growing crops.
Where did Hinduism originate?
India
When Siddhartha was a child, where did he live?
In a palace with anything he wanted.
How did the Silk Road get its name?
The Silk Road got its name from the Chinese trading silk to other countries along this trail.
How was the Indus River harmful?
It would flood their homes
Who were the three most important Gods in Hinduism?
Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva
When Siddhartha left his palace, what did he see?
Hungry, sick, and sad people
How is silk made?
The caterpillars spin cocoons, the cocoons are baked and put in hot water, the threads are loosened and made into silk
What makes the Yellow River yellow?
The dirt from the mountain sides
What is the name of people who follow Hinduism?
Hindus
What did Siddhartha want for everyone?
Happiness
Why was the Great Wall of China built?
To protect the country against the Nomads.
Where were the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers located?
China
What is the name of the river that Hindus believe is sacred?
The Ganges
What are the Four Noble Truths?
The lessons the Buddha learned.
What do people celebrate and hope for during Chinese New Year?
Good fortune, luck