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1
Which things do the Chinese believe are symbols of good luck?
SELECT TWO ANSWERS.
dragons
lanterns
fireworks
the color red
2
Asoka was a great leader who helped spread Buddhism across Asia. How did he do this?
SELECT TWO ANSWERS.
He led many soldiers into battle.
He conquered many different lands and ruled over them as a king.
He sent teachers throughout Asia to spread the teachings of Buddhism.
He brought food and medicine to people in need.
3
This is a map of which continent?
Europe
Africa
Asia
North America
4
What is the name of this river, located in China?
The Yellow River
The Yangtze River
The Ganges River
The Indus River
5
Why were rivers important to the development of early civilizations?
The water helped to keep the soil fertile so people could grow crops.
It was a sacred gathering place for many religions.
It gave children a place to play and swim.
Rivers were used for boat parades during celebrations and festivals.
6
Which of the following is NOT a component of a civilization?
jobs
writing
leaders
computers
7
Who was the wise sage born in China that believed in kindness, peace, and the importance of education?
Emperor Quin
Confucius
Ma Ling
Vishnu
8
What is the name of this mountain range?
The Appalachians
The Himalayas
The Bayankalas
The Rocky Mountains
9
In which civilization did the Indus River Valley develop?
Ancient Egypt
Ancient India
Ancient Mexico
Ancient China
10
What is the name of this river?
The Yellow River
The Indus River
The Ganges River
The Yangtze River
11
A(n) __________ punishment is one that is not fair.
bustling
unjust
sacred
durable
12
Which place do Hindus consider to be sacred?
The Great Wall
The Ganges River
The Himalayan Mountains
Mojenjo-daro
13
Which of these is
NOT
a Chinese invention?
iron plows
paper
silk
telephones
14
What is the name of the festival celebrated every year in India by Hindus, also called the "Festival of Lights"?
Diwali
Indian New Year
Rigveda
Stupa
15
Which two religions started in India and are practiced by millions of people in the world today?
SELECT TWO ANSWERS.
Christianity
Hinduism
Buddhism
Judaism
16
The sun is a _______ of light and heat for planet Earth.
plateau
source
barrier
marvel
17
Hindus do all of the following during Diwali EXCEPT for _________.
light lamps and candles
pray at the Stupa
exchange gifts
gather and share meals with family and friends
18
Which of these things represents our country, the United States?
a heart
the Mississippi River
the American flag
an oak tree
19
What is the name of this river?
The Indus River
The Ganges River
The Yangtze River
The Yellow River
20
Which of the following animals resembles a cat?
a fish
a tiger
a wolf
a bear
21
What is the name of this mountain range?
The Appalachians
The Himalayas
The Bayankalas
The Rocky Mountains
22
What is the name of this ancient country, located in Asia?
Egypt
Mexico
India
China
23
What is the name of this river, located in China?
The Indus River
The Yangtze River
The Yellow River
The Ganges River
24
Which two statements about Hinduism are true?
SELECT TWO ANSWERS.
Hinduism is practiced by many people in the country of India.
Hindus worship only one god.
Hindus believe that people do not have a soul.
Hindus believe that people should be good and kind to one another.
25
Which two rivers are located in China, where ancient civilizations began?
SELECT TWO ANSWERS.
the Yangtze River
the Yellow River
the Ganges River
the Indus River
26
Ditches that are cut into the ground so people can move river water are called _________.
plateaus
iron plows
silk roads
irrigation canals
27
How many days does the festival of Diwali last?
10 days
5 days
2 days
7 days
28
A symbol or picture used in a system of writing is called a (n) ______.
source
character
barrier
cork
29
What is the name of this country, located in Asia?
China
Egypt
Mexico
India
30
Why was the Great Wall of China first built?
It was built by Hindus as a sacred gathering place.
It was built so China could show the world how much money they had.
It was built to defend China against invaders.
It was built so people around the world could travel to China and see it.
31
What is the name of the yearly festival in China that lasts for 2 weeks?
Chinese New Year
Lantern Festival
The Great Stupa
Dragon Boat Festival
32
If something is strong, and lasts for a long time, then it is __________.
prosperous
remarkable
common
durable
