Eurasian Nomads Quiz
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What was a key aspect of the Eurasian nomads' economy and culture?

  • Fishing and maritime trade
  • Mining and metalworking
  • Horse breeding and riding (correct)
  • Cattle farming and agriculture

    • Which geographical regions were inhabited by the Eurasian nomads?

  • Canada, United States, Mexico
  • Brazil, Argentina, Chile
  • Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Russia (correct)
  • India, Pakistan, Bangladesh

    • Which innovation was introduced by the Eurasian nomads?

  • Windmill and waterwheel
  • Bridle and bit (correct)
  • Plow and irrigation system
  • Paper and printing press

    • What major animal did the Eurasian nomads domesticate around 3500 BCE?

    <p>Horse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activity usually involved trading with settled peoples around the steppe edges?

    <p>Nomadic pastoralism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the livelihoods pursued by nomadic communities in India?

    <p>Salt trading, fortune-telling, and acrobatics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of India's population do nomads make up according to Aparna Rao and Michael Casimir?

    <p>7%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many types of nomadic communities are identified in India?

    <p>Three</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of nomads in India is considered neglected and discriminated against?

    <p>Peripatetic nomads</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has caused peripatetic nomads in India to lose their livelihood?

    <p>Drastic changes in transport, industries, production, entertainment, and distribution systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

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