1. Basic Beliefs of Hinduism

2. Notice the title of the very bottom caste. Why do you think that title makes sense? Where would this person be placed in the caste system? http://www.ushistory.org/civ/8b.asp

3. Cultural diffusion: What is it?

4. The Rig Veda, sacred hymn, described the castes in the following poem: The descriptions are not in English but can you determine why man was divided up this way? Fill in your caste man character to illustrate the different castes.

5. Dieties – Do you know what dieties means? Look it up using the online dictionary. Use these resources to find information concerning Hindu dieties. http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/hinduism http://www.ancientindia.co.uk/ http://resources.woodlands- junior.kent.sch.uk/homework/religion/hinduism.htm http://resources.woodlands- junior.kent.sch.uk/homework/religion/hinduism.htm