Ancient History Quiz: The Culture of India and China

1. What is at the heart of the Arean religion?

the transmigration of souls

belief in an afterlife

belief in nirvana

2. When did Buddhism emerge in India?

in the 6th century BC

in 5th century B.C.

in the 3rd century B.C.

3. Who was the ancestor of Buddhism?

Gautama

Maitreya

Tathagata

4. In what sciences did the scientists of India excel?

Mathematics and astronomy

Anatomy and medicine

Chemistry and physics.

5. What popular game was created in India?

Chess

Checkers

Go

6. Which important Chinese invention was first used in divination and then in navigation?

paper

gunpowder

compass

7. Who was called the "Son of Heaven" in China?

Emperor

Healers

Deities.

8. Which religion is common in China?

Shinto

Hinduism

Confucianism

9. Which animal was considered a symbol of wisdom in China?

Dragon

Tiger

Stork

10. What art made China famous throughout the world?

Pottery

Jewelry

Blacksmithing

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