Impact of Major Religions and Trade

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Impact of Hinduism?

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Polytheistic religion; Believe in reincarnation, karma, dharma, and the Vedas (religious text)

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Impact of Buddhism?

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Started in India with the original Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama; Eightfold Path; Nirvana; Enlightenment; Four Noble Truths

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What was the Caste System (Dharma)?

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The duties of an individual based on their caste; This is the social structure

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Describe the impact of Confucianism on Chinese society?

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Civil service exams introduced during the Han Dynasty; Promoted peace and respect

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What things did merchants exchange between Asia and Rome?

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Silk, Tea, Rice, precious metals, gems, cotton, ivory, wool, and more

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Describe some of the effects of trade?

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CULTURAL DIFFUSION

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What sort of geographic obstacles did people face when traveling the Silk Road?

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Dangerous travelling through mountains and deserts

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How did Silk Road trade encourage CULTURAL DIFFUSION?

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People were sharing ideas, beliefs, goods, and blending their cultures