Geography & Culture
The Indian subcontinent is a part of this massive continent.
Asia
This man is credited with developing the current form of Jainism.
Mahavira
This man, also known as Siddhartha Gautama, became known as "The Enlightened One."
the Buddha
These members of the varna system were the priests.
Brahmins
These seasonal winds happen every year and blow from sea to land during the rainy season.
monsoons
Unlike other religions of the time, the Buddha did not consider himself to be this.
a god
This empire successfully traded goods such as iron and gold.
Gupta Empire
The Kshatriyas held these two important roles in ancient Indian society.
warriors and rulers
Most people living in the Indus Valley lived in these types of settlements rather than large cities.
farming villages DOUBLE POINTS!
This key element of Jainism means practicing nonviolence toward all living things.
ahimsa
This term refers to a private teacher in ancient Indian society.
guru (SWAP POINTS with the highest team)
This varna consisted of the common people, such as merchants and farmers.
Vaisyas
These were sacred books that recorded Aryan hymns, stories, poems, and prayers.
These structures served as places of worship and contained religious objects.
stupas DOUBLE POINTS!
This famous Mauryan ruler was the first to actively promote the spread of Buddhism.
Ashoka
These people were considered unskilled workers or servants.
Sudras
Ancient Indian astronomers made this bold claim about the Earth’s shape and its relationship to the sun.
the Earth is round and revolves around the sun
This branch of Buddhism teaches that the Buddha was a teacher, not a god
Theravada Buddhism
True or False: During his time as ruler, Ashoka became more violent and warlike.
False (He became peaceful after converting to Buddhism).
The name of the group that were not even considered part of the caste system. Explain.
untouchables- considered dirty, unclean, lived in exile away from others.