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Which dynasty was considered the first in Ancient China, and created the process of silk making
Zhou
Shang
Qin
Han
2
What was the primary purpose for construction of the Great Wall?
to discourage invasion from the north
to establish the borders of China
to keep peasants from escaping his kingdom
to protect his system of feudalism
3
This was the significant effect of the Silk Road
a network of trading routes that linked China to the west
reduced China’s overall territory
eliminated taxes on peasants
broke up government monopolies and religion based freedoms
4
Who was the founder of Buddhism?
Confucius
the Aryan peoples of India
Prince of China
Siddhartha Gautama
5
Which philosophy believed that only the most educated should be at the top of government?
Confucianism
Buddhism
Doaism
Dharma
6
Which of the following early river valley civilizations was located in India
Mespotamian
Indus
Egyptian
Shang
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Which two rivers are included in the ancient Chinese civilization?
Indus & Yellow Rivers
Ganges & Yellow Rivers
Chang & Ganges Rivers
Haung (Yellow) & Chang Rivers
8
Hindus believe that the ultimate goal of existence is
following dharma, or life’s duties.
achieving moksha, or union with the universe
achieving the meditative state of Jainism.
practicing ahimsa, or nonviolence.
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Which of the following was NOT a feature of the Ancient Indus cities of Mohenjo-Daro & Harappa?
massive pyramid temples
an organized city design
houses made of baked clay brick
Sewers/plumbing
10
What is the fundamental difference between Hinduism & Buddhism?
The Hindus rejection of Karma
The Buddhists rejection of the caste system
The Buddhists rejection of reincarnation
The Hindus rejection of Moksha
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According to Hindu beliefs, how can people change their caste in life?
only in the next life by fulfilling their duty in this one
Hindus do not believe in a caste system
They could move up in caste by paying more taxes
They could move up or down through marriage
12
Many Hindus & Buddhists follow the path of ahimsa, which is
selflessness
truth
non-violence
Honor
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According to the Mandate of Heaven developed during the Zhou dynasty,
the system of feudalism was an unfair form of government
society should not be divided into social classes
a ruler was divine and should never be overthrown
the gods would end their support for a weak or corrupt ruler
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Complete the sentence: The emperor ______ established the Silk Road during the ________ dynasty
Shi Huangdi; Qin
Gautama; Shang
Confucius; Zhou
Wudi; Han
