Vocabulary
divine law
What are the two major rivers of northern India?
the Indus and the Ganges
Who helped Chandragupta gain power?
Kautilya, a Brahmin
Which Indian civilization developed some of the world's first planned cities?
Harappan
What formed as the subcontinent of South Asia collided with Asia?
the Himalaya
What is nirvana?
a state of bliss or the end of suffering caused by the cycle of rebirth
Why did the Indus Valley civilizations settle in the Indus River Valley?
The area had ideal conditions for farming
How did the roads built by Asoka make his empire stronger?
The roads were good for trade, communication, and quick travel
Which ruler encouraged the spread of Buddhism?
Asoka
Why are monsoons important to the subcontinent's development?
They bring heavy rainfall in the summer, providing water for agriculture
What is reincarnation?
the belief that the soul is eternal and is reborn into different bodies over different life cycles
Which of the following statements is true of Harappan civilization?
Its influence was greater than that of ancient Egypt
India's golden age was during the reign of which ruler?
Chandra Gupta II
Which statement best summarizes the importance of the Gupta empire?
The Gupta Empire brought 200 years of peace and prosperity to India
What probably caused the end of the Harappan civilization?
earthquakes and a lack of rainfall
What is yoga?
a series of practices intended to help a person achieve spiritual insight, which involves the desire to seek and know the truth
The winter winds on the South Asia subcontinent are called what?
dry monsoons
Why was Kalidasa important?
He was one of India's greatest writers
Which religion has the most followers in India today?
Hinduism
Which religion grew out of the Aryan beliefs and practices?
Hinduism
What are monsoons?
strong seasonal winds
The social class system of the Aryans developed into what?
caste system
Which Indian leader inspired Martin Luther King Jr?
Mohandas Ghandi
Which of the following is an achievement of Indian astronomers?
They accurately calculated the length of the solar year.
The teachings of Siddhartha Gautama are found in which of the following?
the Four Noble Truths