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Chapter 15 - The Origins of Hinduism

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1
How is karma related to the caste system?
People born into a low caste can rise to a higher caste.
People born into a low cast can't improve their karma.
People are in a caste because of how much money they have.
People are in a caste because of their past lives.
2
Shudras are:
priests
servants
merchants
warriors
3
Which Hindu diety is believed to create the universe again and again?
Brahma
Vishnu
Shiva
Indra
4
Based on Vishnu's appearance, what do you know about Hindus' beliefs about Vishnu?
His is very strong.
He is changes time.
He sees everything.
He is very wise.
5
Who most likely would learn about battle and weapons?
Brahmins
Vaishyas
Shudras
Kshatriyas
6
What image best represents samsara, the Hindu cycle of birth, life, and death?
a dog
a wheel
a pyramid
a tree
7
What does the translation of Veda say about Hindu values?
Hiduism values actions.
Hinduism values courage.
Hinduism values knowledge.
Hinduism values beliefs.
8
Vaishyas are
Servants, Peasants
Warriors, Leaders
Herders, Merchants, Business People
Teachers and Priests
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Brahmins are
priests
warriors
servants
farmers
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What do many historians believe about the origins of Hinduism?
HInduism can be found in artifacts of India's first people..
The Aryans introduced the practice of ritual bathing.
The Aryans brought the idea of belief in just one god.
Hinduism was likely founded by a single leader.