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Sri Lankan History Quiz
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The historical period of Sri Lanka roughly begins in the 3rd century CE. Which chronicles describe this history?

Mahavamsa, Deepavamsa, and Culavamsa

When do the early human remains found on the island of Sri Lanka date back to?

About 38,000 years ago (Balangoda Man)

Who was the first Sri Lankan ruler of the Anuradhapura Kingdom?

Pandukabhaya

Who introduced Buddhism to Sri Lanka in the 3rd century BCE?

<p>Arhath Mahinda (son of the Indian emperor Ashoka)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which century was the Kingdom of Tambapanni established by the earliest ancestors of the Sinhalese?

<p>6th century BCE</p> Signup and view all the answers

The historical period of Sri Lanka roughly begins in the 3rd century CE, based on which Pali chronicles?

<p>Mahavamsa, the Deepavamsa, and the Culavamsa</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first Sri Lankan ruler of the Anuradhapura Kingdom?

<p>Prince Vijaya</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was Buddhism introduced to Sri Lanka, and by whom?

<p>3rd century BCE, by Arhath Mahinda (son of the Indian emperor Ashoka)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate date of the early human remains found on the island of Sri Lanka?

<p>About 38,000 years ago (Balangoda Man)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which century was the Kingdom of Tambapanni established by the earliest ancestors of the Sinhalese?

<p>6th century BCE</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ancient Sri Lanka

  • The historical period of Sri Lanka begins in the 3rd century CE, based on Pali chronicles.
  • Early human remains found on the island date back to around 35,000 years ago.
  • The first Sri Lankan ruler of the Anuradhapura Kingdom was Pandukabhaya.
  • Buddhism was introduced to Sri Lanka in the 3rd century BCE by Mahinda, a Buddhist monk and son of Emperor Ashoka of India.
  • The Kingdom of Tambapanni was established in the 6th century BCE by the earliest ancestors of the Sinhalese.

Chronicles of Sri Lanka

  • The Pali chronicles describe the history of Sri Lanka, specifically the Mahavamsa and the Dipavamsa.

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Test your knowledge of Sri Lanka's rich history with this quiz! Explore the ancient origins, early human remains, and historical periods dating back to the 3rd century CE. From the Mahavamsa to the Deepavamsa, see how much you know about this unique and culturally diverse country.

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