Geography
Because India is separated from the rest of Asia, it is considered this type of landmass.
What is a subcontinent
Hinduism is a religion made up of many different gods/goddesses. What type of religion does this make Hinduism?
Polytheistic
India's unique social Structure was know as what?
What is the Caste System
DAILY DOUBLE: These two rivers created fertile valleys in India. (BONUS) Explain how these rivers supported settlement.
What is the Indus and Ganges Rivers.
These rivers supplied water for drinking and farming, making it easier for people to settle and build civilizations in these areas
Both Hinduism and Buddhism believe that a soul is reborn many times. What is this concept called?
What is reincarnation
This group of people were not considered to be a part of any group. They could not make contact with other people and had to ring a bell before moving through town.
Who are untouchables.
150 pts - This seasonal wind pattern changes direction throughout the year.
150 pts - Explain how it impacts farming and daily life in India.
What is a monsoon.
Summer monsoons bring heavy rains that water crops and support farming, but too much rain can cause floods. Winter monsoons are dry, which can make farming harder and affect water availability for daily life.
Explain, what is karma?
Karma is the consequences a soul faces in its next life for its actions in this life.
Siddhartha Gautama was a part of this class before leaving his family to suffer.
What is the warrior caste
These mountains separate India from the rest of Asia. (BONUS: They contain the tallest Mountain in the world, which is.....)
What are the Himalayas.
(Mount Everest)
Buddhism is said to be have created by Siddhartha Gautama. But what title did he later gain? (BONUS: What does the name mean?)
What is the Buddha (the enlightened one)
Under the social system in India, what aspects of life are affected by a person’s position? Could they switch or have a better position?
A caste affects what jobs people will have, who they can marry, and with whom they can eat or drink. It could NOT be changed.
Explain how the mountains, rivers, and monsoon rains worked together to affect where people built cities, how they farmed, and how they traded in ancient India.
The Himalayas protected cities from cold winds but made travel harder. Rivers gave water for farming, drinking, and trade. Monsoon rains helped crops grow but could cause flooding. Together, these features shaped where people could live, grow food, and trade goods.
According to Buddhism, in order to avoid behaviors that will lead to suffering, you must follow what rules?
What is the Eightfold Path
Why was the social structure of ancient India accepted or not challenged by the people of lower groups?
Because they were promised a better life in the next reincarnation if they followed their job in this life (dharma).