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H.World History Exam

Chapter 4

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Fine, yellowish soil blown from desert regions. Loess
In Hinduism, the escape from the cycle of rebirth. Moksha
Inscribed animal bones or turtle shells used to predict the future. Oracle bones
Local ruling leaders of ancient cities in India. Rajas
In Hinduism, the religious duties of an individual. Dharma
In Buddhism, the guidelines that are the essence of Buddha's teaching. Four Noble Truths
Beliefs of the Chinese thinker, Laozi, that said people should live simple lives and not interfere with nature. Daoism
In Hinduism, the belief that after one dies, the soul is reborn in a different form. Reincarnation
Chinese belief that royal authority was the result of god approval. Mandate of Heaven
Sacred writings of the Indo-Aryans. Vedas
A religion in India in which believers renounce worldly goods and practice nonviolence. Jainism
In Hinduism, the sum effect of a person's good and bad deeds in life. Karma
Social divisions in the ancient class system of India. Castes
A series of physical and mental exercises that teach people how to focus their mind and body. Yoga
A chinese belief system that stressed treating one another humanely and honoring family. Confucianism
In Hinduism and Buddhism, the release from the world and the achievement of peace. Nirvana
In Buddhism, a series of steps that lead to enlightenment and salvation. Eightfold Path/Middle Way
Winds that bring drought in winter and floods in summer in India. Monsoons
In Jainism, respect for all living things. Ahimism
A gathering of nobles around a monarch. Court
Siddhartha Gautama Buddha
The largest religion in India. Hinduism
Large landmass like India. Subcontinent
A fortress in the center of a city. Citadel
Brahmins Top Caste-Priests, Teachers (literate)
Kshatriyas 2nd level in Caste-Worriers, rajas, and soldiers (local princes and rulers)
Vaisyas 3rd level in Caste-Commoners (Traders, Peasants, and Herders)
Sudras 4th level in Caste-Servants
Outcaste "Untouchables"-Criminals
Eightfold Path/Middle Way: Right view, Right attitude, Right speech, Right action, Right livelihood, Right effort, Right mindfulness, and Right Concentration led to enlightenment
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