Hinduism
Buddhism
Diwali
Cities
Vocabulary
100

This sacred river is very important in Hinduism and is considered holy.

What is the Ganges River?

100

This person is known as the founder of Buddhism and is often called the "Enlightened One.

Who is Siddhartha Gautama (or the Buddha)?

100

This festival, known as the Festival of Lights, celebrates the victory of good over evil and is one of the most important holidays in Hinduism.

What is Diwali?

100

This river flows through Pakistan and is one of the longest rivers in the world, giving its name to an ancient civilization.

What is the Indus River?

100

This word describes a river or stream where something begins, like the start of a journey.

What is a source?

200

This god is known as the elephant-headed remover of obstacles.

Who is Ganesha? 

200

These teachings of the Buddha explain how to end suffering and find happiness.

What are the Four Noble Truths?

200

Diwali is celebrated over this many days, with different traditions and rituals on each day.

What is five days?

200

This important feature of the Indus Valley civilization helped them control flooding and manage water for irrigation.

What are canals?

200

When you prepare land for farming or gardening, you are doing this to help crops grow.

What is cultivate?

300

This text is one of the oldest sacred writings in Hinduism.

What is the Vedas?

300

This famous emperor of India is known for spreading Buddhism and promoting peace after a great battle.

Who is Ashoka?

300

During Diwali, this colorful item is often used to decorate homes and symbolizes the light of hope.

What are lanterns?

300

This mountain range is home to the highest peak in the world, known as Mount Everest.

What is "Himalaya"?

300

This word refers to something that is holy or highly respected in religion, like a special place or object.

What is sacred?

400

These are the three main gods in Hinduism.

Who are Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva?

400

After seeing the suffering from war, Ashoka decided to follow this path, which emphasizes kindness and non-violence.

What is Buddhism?

400

In many parts of India, Diwali marks the return of this hero, who defeated the demon king Ravana.

Who is Rama?

400

This ancient city, part of the Indus Valley Civilization, is known for its well-planned streets and advanced drainage systems.

What is Mohenjo-Daro?

400

This term means to have a lively and busy environment full of activity, like a market or playground.

What is bustling?

500

This term refers to the good and bad actions in life that influence what happens to you in the future.

What is karma?

500

After leaving his palace, the Buddha meditated for this long under the Bodhi Tree before reaching enlightenment.

What is 7 weeks? 

500

This goddess is often worshipped during Diwali, and she represents wealth and prosperity.

Who is Lakshmi?

500

They were farmers, jewelers, merchants.

Waht were some jobs in the Indus River Valley?

500

When someone feels really amazed by something beautiful or impressive, they are doing this.

What is marvel?