Classical Civilizations #1 – Flashcards
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The Indian caste system is an example of what?
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social stratification
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Jainism and Buddhism were the results of movements that intended to reform _________.
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Hinduism
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Throughout history, rulers have often attempted to centralize power in order to bring stability to a nation. What might be considered a downfall of the quick centralization of power, as happened with Qin Shih Huangdi?
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oppression of those suspected of dissent
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In which of the following regions were the three classical civilizations established?
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classical China, classical India, and the classical Mediterranean basin
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How did geography play a role in the classical Indian civilization, as compared to that of China?
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India was more accessible to outsiders than China.
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Which of the following best explains why territorial expansion was so important to the classical civilizations?
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Territorial expansion was necessary because of the growing populations of the classical civilizations.
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What did the Code of Manu enforce?
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the inferiority of women
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Which economic region was the center of India's economy?
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the agricultural region
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What aspect of Hinduism was emphasized in the Vedanta school of thought?
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mysticism
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Which of the following was NOT a pattern of development of the classical civilizations?
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They tended to be very nonreligious.
