Section 2 Guided Reading and Review India’s People and Economy
A. As You Read Directions: As you read Section 2, complete the chart below by writing three supporting details under each main idea.
Main Idea A: The caste system involves a social hierarchy.
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Main Idea B: People in rural Indian villages follow a traditional way of life.
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Main Idea C: India is one of the leading industrial nations in the world.
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B. Reviewing Vocabulary Directions: Define the following terms.
10. reincarnation
11. caste system
12. charpoy
13. sari
14. purdah
15. joint family system
16. cottage industry