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Ancient India Exploration

Explore the fascinating history, geography, and culture of Ancient India with this Grade 5 worksheet.

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Ancient India Exploration

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Good luck!

1. Which major river system was crucial to the development of the Harappan Civilization?

a

Nile River

b

Amazon River

c

Indus River

d

Yellow River

2. The   are a collection of hymns and sacred texts from ancient India.

3. The caste system in ancient India divided society into different social  .

4. Describe one important achievement or innovation of the Mauryan Empire.

5. The Silk Road was an important trade route that connected ancient India with other parts of the world.

T

True

F

False

Match the term with its definition.

6. Hinduism

 

a. An ancient Indian language

7. Buddhism

 

b. A religion founded by Siddhartha Gautama

8. Sanskrit

 

c. A major religion that originated in India, characterized by belief in reincarnation

Study the map of Ancient India below and answer the question.

Physical map of India - Frontispiece from "Ancient India" (1904).jpg

9. Based on the map, what geographical features might have protected ancient India from invaders to the north?