A World History Quiz On The Ancient Asian Civilizations!

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1.

In Hinduism, the religious and moral duties of an individual make up his/her:
- A.
  
  Karma
- B.
  
  Dharma
- C.
  
  Moksha
- D.
  
  Atman
2.

Which of the following is one of Buddhism's Four Noble Truths?
- A.
  
  People should respect their elders.
- B.
  
  Nirvana can be reached through self-denial.
- C.
  
  All of life is suffering, pain, and sorrow.
- D.
  
  Superior men understand righteousness.
3.

This Maurya emperor converted to Buddhism and vowed to rule by moral example:
- A.
  
  Ravana
- B.
  
  Rama
- C.
  
  Chandragupta
- D.
  
  Asoka
4.

According to the Mandate of Heaven developed during the Zhou dynasty:
- A.
  
  The gods would withdraw their support for a weak or corrupt ruler.
- B.
  
  A ruler was divine and should never be overthrown.
- C.
  
  Society should not be divided into social classes.
- D.
  
  Feudalism is an unfair form of government.
5.

What physical barrier helped to separate ancient China from Southeast Asia?
- A.
  
  Thick rainforests
- B.
  
  Vast deserts
- C.
  
  Huge mountains
- D.
  
  The Yellow Sea
6.

Archaeologists believe the people of the Indus civilization:
- A.
  
  Were nomadic herders.
- B.
  
  Worshipped only one god.
- C.
  
  Did not have a writing system.
- D.
  
  Lived in carefully planned cities.
7.

The philosophy of Daoism is concerned with:
- A.
  
  Achieving nirvana
- B.
  
  Ensuring good government
- C.
  
  Living in harmony with nature
- D.
  
  Accepting the Five Basic Duties
8.

Ancient Aryans measured their wealth in:
- A.
  
  Gold and silver
- B.
  
  Cows and bulls
- C.
  
  Bronze and copper
- D.
  
  Tools and weapons
9.

Why did Shi Huangdi order the construction of the Great Wall of China?
- A.
  
  To keep peasants from escaping.
- B.
  
  To establish the borders of China.
- C.
  
  To protect his system of feudalism.
- D.
  
  To discourage invasion from the north.
10.

Hindus believe that the ultimate goal of existence is:
- A.
  
  Achieving the meditative state of Jainism.
- B.
  
  Achieving moksha, or union with brahman.
- C.
  
  Practicing ahimsa, or non-violence.
- D.
  
  Following dharma, or life's duties.