Who were the Aryans?
Unit 4 Lesson 19

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Social Studies
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6th Grade
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Hard
Theresa Yankovoy
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
the highest caste in Indian society
the original tribes of southern India
a nomadic people who moved into India
a group of scribes who recorded Indian teachings
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of these is the best reason for someone in India to study Sanskrit?
to read the ancient texts
to understand road signs
to run for political office
to talk to ordinary people
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The roots of Hinduism are found in the Vedas, which are
a collection of sacred texts.
a group of people from Europe.
the three most important deities.
the temples where rituals were performed.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the Vedas, what are the varnas?
the proper ways to read ancient Sanskrit texts
the true lessons Hindus should gain from reading the Vedas
four main social classes that lead to a functioning society
the evil spirits that prevent Hindus from escaping reincarnation
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did Mahatma Gandhi criticize the caste system's ideas of discrimination?
The caste system did not evolve from the jatis.
The caste system did not align with Hindu teachings.
The caste system prevented Gandhi from increasing his power.
The caste system allowed Hindus to marry Catholics.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which job was a Vaishyas most likely to do?
herd sheep
plow a field
interpret religious law
hold a government post
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A person who spoke these words most likely belonged to which social class?
Shudras
Vaishyas
Brahmins
Kshatriyas
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