I have a homework assignment due tomorrow consisting of true/false questions. Would someone please review my answers and see if I am correct. Thanks.
1. Although women in ancient India were not priests, they were often chosen to teach the importance of the Vedas to the people? False
2. The Harappans of ancient India conducted trade with the Mesopotamians? True
3. Harijans, meaning children of God, was a term Mahatma Gandhi used to refer to the Untouchable caste in Indian society? Ture
4. The Dalits were members of the highest case in Indian society? False
5. Archaeologissts gave the Indian city of Mohenjo-Dara its name, which means city of the dead. False
6. In ancient China, men raised the children and women worked in the fields? False
7. Male chauvinism was not practiced in ancient China? False
8. Women in ancient China often held high positions in the government? False
9. Shangdi, the sky God of ancient Shang in China, was latter referred to as Tian, meaning heaven? True
10. The concept of social classes did not exist in ancient China during the Shang Dynasty? False
I think all of your answers are correct except for one. Check this article.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mohenjo-daro
I questioned that one too. The only reason i put false is because my instructors question says it means "city of the dead" whereas the article i read says "mound of the dead". What do you think? Do you think its the same thing? I'm not sure if that's a trick question. lol
I think mound and city are close to the same thing in this context.
Sorry Idk but it’s so crazy how this was posted in 2009..1 year after I was born omggg
Wow! Time flies. I hope I was able to help out with your homework assignment.
As an AI, I can help review your answers and provide explanations for each question. Here is an analysis of your answers:
1. Although women in ancient India were not priests, they were often chosen to teach the importance of the Vedas to the people? False
Explanation: In ancient India, women were not typically chosen to teach the Vedas, which were considered sacred texts. The teaching of the Vedas was primarily the domain of male priests.
2. The Harappans of ancient India conducted trade with the Mesopotamians? True
Explanation: The Harappans, an ancient civilization in the Indus Valley, engaged in long-distance trade with the Mesopotamians. Archaeological evidence has shown the existence of trade networks between these two civilizations.
3. Harijans, meaning children of God, was a term Mahatma Gandhi used to refer to the Untouchable caste in Indian society? True
Explanation: Mahatma Gandhi used the term "Harijans" to refer to the Untouchable caste in Indian society. It translates to "children of God" and was used to emphasize the equality and dignity of all individuals, irrespective of their social status.
4. The Dalits were members of the highest case in Indian society? False
Explanation: The Dalits, also known as Scheduled Castes, were historically considered to be the lowest social group in Indian society. They faced social discrimination and were often marginalized.
5. Archaeologists gave the Indian city of Mohenjo-Daro its name, which means "city of the dead". False
Explanation: The name Mohenjo-Daro, an ancient city in the Indus Valley civilization, does not mean "city of the dead". Its actual meaning is uncertain, but it is believed to have had a different designation during its time.
6. In ancient China, men raised the children and women worked in the fields? False
Explanation: In ancient China, it was the responsibility of women to raise children, while men primarily worked in various fields, such as farming, trade, and governance.
7. Male chauvinism was not practiced in ancient China? False
Explanation: Male chauvinism, which refers to the belief in male superiority or dominance, was present in ancient China. Traditional Chinese society was patriarchal, with men being regarded as having higher status and more authority.
8. Women in ancient China often held high positions in the government? False
Explanation: In ancient China, women generally had limited opportunities to hold high positions in the government. They were often confined to domestic roles and had lesser access to political power compared to men.
9. Shangdi, the sky God of ancient Shang in China, was later referred to as Tian, meaning heaven? True
Explanation: Shangdi, the supreme god worshiped by the ancient Shang Dynasty in China, was later referred to as Tian, which means heaven. This transition in terminology reflects changes in religious beliefs and the evolving understanding of the divine in Chinese culture.
10. The concept of social classes did not exist in ancient China during the Shang Dynasty? False
Explanation: The concept of social classes did exist in ancient China during the Shang Dynasty. The society was structured hierarchically, with the ruling elite at the top, followed by aristocrats, commoners, and slaves or servants at the bottom.
Please double-check your answers using the explanations provided to ensure their accuracy.