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6th Grade World Cultures - The Indian Subcontinent
6th Grade World Cultures - The Indian Subcontinent
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1
Which physical feature has often served as a barrier for trade and travel in South Asia?
The Deccan Plateau
The Himalayas
The Indian Ocean
The Ganges River
2
One economic reason for the general trend of migration from rural to urban areas is that —
people in rural areas have more opportunities to find jobs
people in rural areas have access to greater financial services
rural areas have better access to trade commerce centers
urban areas provide people a greater sense of personal safety
3
Comapring India’s government & the government of the United States, what is one way the two governments are different?
India has a parliamentary body and the United States does not.
The United States has a constitution and India does not.
India has a unitary system and the United States has a federalist system.
Only the United States has three branches of government.
4
Those who practice Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism have a similar belief in —
pillars of faith
salavation
reincarnation
heaven
5
Which film production industry in India creates movies that often reflect Indian traditions and Hindu themes?
Cinema of Assam
Parallel Cinema
Bollywood
Hinglish
6
The beliefs of Buddhists differed from that of Hindus, because Buddhists rejected the idea of —
suffering
reincarnation
nirvana
a caste system
7
Those who practice Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism have a similar belief in —
pillars of faith
reincarnation
heaven
salavation
8
India’s significantly large labor pool helps to contribute to an economy that is characterized by —
low unemployment rates
service-oriented businesses
large-scale industrialization
agricultural production
9
The celebrations of Dussehra, Diwali, and Holi reflect how culture in South Asia has been influence by —
religious beliefs
colonialism
seasonal cycles
cultural diffusion
10
How do monsoons most benefit India?
The rains provide permanent snows in the Himalaya Mountains.
The rains provide fresh water for drinking and irrigation.
The winds supply power for windmills.
The winds provide ideal conditions for overseas trade.
11
Which number on the map indicates the location of India?
2
3
1
4
12
Those who practice Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism have a similar belief in —
reincarnation
heaven
salavation
pillars of faith
13
Those who practice Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism have a similar belief in —
reincarnation
heaven
salavation
pillars of faith
14
How did the event shown in the map most affect the region?
Nations near the epicenter had severe earthquake damage.
The pattern of ocean currents was altered.
Coastlines along the Indian Ocean experienced a severe tsunami.
A new volcanic island formed near Sumatra.
15
How have the monsoon seasons most affected the economic development of Bangladesh?
The dry, cold winds limit winter crop production.
The destructive floods from the rains makes farming difficult.
The dry summer winds cause drought and famine.
The summer rain provides fertile lands for growing corn.
16
How is religion viewed by citizens in Bhutanese society?
Citizens have no right to choose their religion.
Right to practice any religion, but have a duty to follow state religion.
Citizens have the right to learn about other religions.
Right to practice any religion & respect the religion of others.
17
Which belief system has MOST shaped culture in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Bangladesh?
Islam
Hinduism
Christianity
Buddhism
18
Which number on the map indicates the location of Pakistan?
3
2
1
4
19
Those who practice Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism have a similar belief in —
pillars of faith
salvation
heaven
reincarnation
20
This traditional style of fishing is an example of how humans —
organize to accomplish large-scale tasks
replace traditional methods with faster technology
modify the environment
adapt to the environment
21
The above event was most likely the result of which physical environmental process?
Monsoons
Typhoon
Erosion
Earthquake
22
How does rangoli reflect the culture of people in India?
It is used as lighting for the home.
It represents knowledge and beauty.
It is used to celebrate Indian religious traditions.
It is a decoration in many Indian homes.
23
Which form of entertainment is popular in both the United States and India?
playing cricket
Watching movies
attending operas
singing karaoke
24
Which cultural institution has historically guided the moral and social life for most people in India?
Sikhism
Hinduism
Islam
Jainism
25
Which historical event contributed to the adoption of democratic government in both the United States and India?
Green Revolution
British colonization
Industrialization
Second World War
