AP World History : Socioeconomic Classes 1450 to 1750

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for AP World History

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Example Questions

Example Question #81 : Social History

In the Aryan caste system, who were the Brahmins?

Possible Answers:

warriors

merchants

slaves

priests

rulers

Correct answer:

priests

Explanation:

In the Indian caste system, which was established by the nomadic Aryan people upon their arrival in India circa 3,500 years ago, Brahmins are at the very top of the hierarchy. Hindu priests are drawn from the ranks of the Brahmins and they are considered the most holy of all the castes.

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