Indus Valley and Ancient China Quiz

What natural barriers isolated ancient China, leading to a belief that it was the sole source of civilization?

• Mountains and deserts
• Rivers and lakes
• Forests and plains
• Oceans and valleys

Which of the following best describes the Harappan civilization's trade practices?

• They traded primarily in gold and silver.
• They used distinctive seals for stamping trade goods.
• They relied solely on barter without any written records.
• They focused on local trade and avoided long-distance commerce.

What was the primary purpose of the Harappan seals?

• To serve as currency
• To identify property and stamp trade goods
• To mark religious sites
• To record historical events

Which of the following is NOT a theory regarding the decline of the Harappan civilization?

• Natural disasters
• Invasion by Aryans
• Economic collapse due to trade
• Climate change

What was the significance of the Vedas in ancient Indian society?

• They were the first written laws.
• They served as the oldest scriptures of Hinduism.
• They were used to record trade transactions.
• They were military strategies.

In the caste system, which group is considered the highest?

• Kshatriyas
• Brahmins
• Vaisyas
• Sudras

What does 'moksha' represent in Hindu belief?

• The cycle of rebirth
• The state of perfect understanding
• The duty one must fulfill
• The punishment for sins

Which philosophy emphasizes living in harmony with nature?

• Confucianism
• Taoism
• Buddhism
• Hinduism

What does the term 'Mandate of Heaven' signify?

• The right to rule granted by the people
• The divine approval for a dynasty to rule
• The laws governing trade
• The religious texts of the Zhou Dynasty

Which of the following best describes the social hierarchy established by the Aryans?

• A fluid system based on wealth
• A rigid caste system based on occupation
• An egalitarian society
• A system based on military rank