Ancient History Quiz

Which empire is associated with Emperor Ashoke?

• Gupta Empire

• Maurya Empire

• Zhou Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

What is the term for the Hindu practice of widow self-immolation?

• Karma

• Dharma

• Sati

• Moksha

Which ancient Chinese philosophy emphasizes strict laws and harsh punishments?

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Legalism

• Buddhism

What is the name of the ancient trade route that connected China to the Mediterranean?

• The Silk Road

• The Indian-Ocean Trade

• The Great Wall of China

• The Eightfold Path

Which text is a collection of ancient Indian hymns and religious texts?

• Upanishads

• Vedas

• Karma

• Dharma

Which term refers to the cycle of rebirth in Hinduism and Buddhism?

• Moksha

• Karma

• Dharma

• Caste

Who is the founder of Buddhism?

• Confucius

• Chandra Gupta

• Emperor Ashoke

• Siddhartha Gautama

Which dynasty is known for the Mandate of Heaven concept?

• Qin Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

• Zhou Dynasty

• Gupta Empire

What is the ultimate goal of achieving liberation from the cycle of rebirth in Hinduism?

• Karma

• Dharma

• Moksha

• Caste

Which philosophy is associated with the teachings of Confucius?

• Daoism

• Legalism

• Confucianism

• Buddhism