India Review Flashcardizz

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What was the first religion of the Indus River Valley?

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Buddhism

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What was unique about the flooding of the Indus River Valley?

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Monsoon's caused flooding.

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Who was a part of the highest "varna?" (the highest social class)

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Brahmins (priests)

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Why did a large number of people in Ancient India convert to Buddhism?

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They converted because it offered them hope for a better life in their current life instead of waiting for their next life.

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What is the difference between monotheism and polytheism?

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Polytheism means many Gods. Monotheism means one God.

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What is a monsoon?

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Major winds coming from different directions that cause flooding.

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People of the Indus River Valley civilization could NOT change their place in the caste system.

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True

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What was the ultimate goal of Buddhism?

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Nirvana

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What is a subcontinent?

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A large landmass that is cut off from the rest of the continent.