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