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Origins of Hinduism Worksheet

Explore the ancient origins and foundational concepts of Hinduism, including the Indus Valley Civilization and the Vedic Age, for Grade 6 social studies.

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SS.6.G.2.2SS.6.W.2.3HinduismAncient IndiaIndus Valley CivilizationVedic AgeSocial Studies
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Origins of Hinduism

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet covers the origins of Hinduism.

1. Which ancient civilization is believed to have contributed to the early development of Hinduism?

a

Egyptian Civilization

b

Indus Valley Civilization

c

Roman Empire

d

Mesopotamian Civilization

2. The sacred texts of the Vedic Age, which are central to Hinduism, are called the:

a

Bible

b

Quran

c

Vedas

d

Torah

1. The Indus Valley Civilization flourished around the   River.

2. The term 'Vedic Age' refers to the period when the   arrived in India.

1. Name two important cities of the Indus Valley Civilization.

2. Briefly describe the role of the Aryans in the development of early Hinduism.

1. The Indus Valley Civilization had a well-planned city layout with advanced drainage systems.

T

True

F

False

2. The Vedic Age is characterized by the widespread use of written language by all people.

T

True

F

False

Match each term on the left with its description on the right.

1. Vedas

 

a. Ancient people who migrated to India

2. Aryans

 

b. Sacred texts of Hinduism

3. Harappa

 

c. A major city of the Indus Valley Civilization