India's caste system has existed for many centuries because

Hindu teachings/beliefs supported the caste system

Which best describes a BINDI?

A jewel worn on the forehead of Indian women the symbolizes wisdom

Which best describes a TURBAN?

a headdress meant to protect the hair of Sikh men

The belief in karma affects Hindus because it holds that:

one's deeds in a current life affects a person's fate in a future life

Which best describes HENNA?

Decorative ink tattoos traditionally worn on wedding days

Which of the following best describes the festival of Diwali?

People share warm welcomes and treats with each other

A long draped dress meant to provide protection from the Indian climate

Which of the following best describes the festival of Holi?

Beginning of Spring is celebrated with an explosion of colors

Which of the following is NOT one of the rules of the caste system?

You can move castes if you pay enough money to the priests

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1
the cycle of life, death, and rebirth
karma
moksha
reincarnation
dharma
2
Which physical feature keeps South Asia geographically isolated from the rest of Asia?
Indus River
Himalaya Mountains
Ganges River
Western Ghats
3
Which of the following is the PRIMARY religion in India?
Christianity
Hinduism
Islam
Sikhism
4
the way that a person should act
reincarnation
atman
dharma
karma
5
Which physical feature is sacred among Hindus in India?
Brahmaputra River
Ganges River
Kashmir
Himalaya Mountains
6
India's caste system has existed for many centuries because
contact between India and the rest of the world has been limited
the caste system promoted industrialization
the Indian National Congress supported a rigid class structure in society
Hindu teachings/beliefs supported the caste system
7
Which best describes a BINDI?
A jewel worn on the forehead of Indian women the symbolizes wisdom
A girdle that binds the midsection of Indian women
A bracelet worn by Sikh men as a sign of faith
A long draped cloth that Indian women wear on their wedding day
8
Which best describes a TURBAN?
A musical instrument played during Indian festivals
Ink tattoos worn during Indian weddings
A long jacket worn to Hindu worship
a headdress meant to protect the hair of Sikh men
9
The belief in karma affects Hindus because it holds that:
only men can achieve nirvana
one's deeds in a current life affects a person's fate in a future life
the soul reincarnates many times
by following the Eightfold Path a person will rise in caste
10
Which of the following is a popular industry in India and shows immense diversity within the country?
Movie Industry
Textile Industry
Fashion Industry
Music Industry
11
Which of the following is NOT one of the rules of the caste system?
You are born into your caste
You can only have 2 children
Anything associated with dirt, blood, or waste is deemed unclean
You can't socialize with other castes
12
To be released from the cycle of reincarnation
moksha
karma
atman
dharma
13
Which best describes HENNA?
A long dress worn for protection from the Indian climate
a gem placed on the forhead to promote wisdom
Decorative ink tattoos traditionally worn on wedding days
An Indian festival where people paint all of the buildings in India white
14
The fact that India has 22 official language is one example of India's
Economic Prosperity
Social Mobility
Political Unity
Cultural Diversity
15
Which of the following best describes the festival of Diwali?
The whole country shuts down for a day of prayer
Indians will march to the salt mines along the coast of India
People share warm welcomes and treats with each other
People throw colored powder and water balloons at eah other
16
What is a SARI?
A headdress worn to protect the hair of Sikh men
A gem placed on the forehead of Indian women to promote wisdom
A long draped dress meant to provide protection from the Indian climate
An Indian car that is only sold within the borders of India
17
the good and bad deeds that a person does
reincarnation
moksha
karma
atman
18
Which of the following best describes the festival of Holi?
Many lights are lit to symbolize a new beginning
Beginning of Spring is celebrated with an explosion of colors
Presents are exchanged every year
A large meal is prepared to honor the Indian exodus from Egypt
19
the soul in the body
reincarnation
moksha
atman
dharma
20
Which of the following is NOT one of the rules of the caste system?
You can move castes if you pay enough money to the priests
Jobs associated with death are considered "polluting activities"
Certain castes have different jobs
Untouchables are forbidden from entering places like temples and schools

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