Vocabulary The First
Indus Valley
An ancient civilization that developed around the Indus River
Caste-System
Social Pyramid
What were the two major cities in the Indus Valley
Harrapa and Mohenjo-Daro
What is the ocean that borders India
Indian Ocean
Harrapa
A large city in Indus Valley
Religion, which was founded by Siddhartha Gautama, which emphasizes enlightenment
Buddhism
How many people lived in both cities
35,000 people
Which mountain range is the Indus River located in
The Himalaya Mtns.
Mohenjo-Daro
A large city in Indus Valley
Empire with strong leadership and economy
Aryans
Nomadic people who influenced Ancient India
The leader of the Mauryan Empire, who promoted Buddhism and peace
Ashoka
Pilgrimage
Journey to a sacred place for religous purposes
routes for exchanging goods and services
trade routes