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- 1. Multiple ChoiceWhat was the main achievement of the Maurya family? Hint: think of the title of this quiz.to unify Indiato make everyone Buddhistto build temples and pyramidsto improve the lives of rulers
- 2. Multiple ChoiceHow did Chandragupta Maurya begin building his empire?He sent ships to far away lands.He conquered weaker kingdoms nearby.He convinced other rulers to join his squad.He begged and pleaded for more land.
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhat was one thing Chandragupta DID NOT use to rule his people?A strong central government.Torture and spies.A powerful army.Edicts posted around the land.
- 4. Multiple ChoiceWhy was Chandragupta poor in his later years?He fought too many battles.He gave up worldly pleasures as an acetic.He lost all of his land.He refused to trade with neighbors.
- 5. Multiple ChoiceKing Ashoka was Chandragupta Maurya's ________.fatherenemygrandsonbrother
- 6. Multiple ChoiceAshoka expanded the Mauryan Empire until hemoved to China.gave up violence.reached the mountains.surrendered to other rulers.
- 7. Multiple ChoiceWhich experience led to a major change in Ashoka's values?He watched Stranger Things.He married a Buddhist.He saw a very brutal and bloody battle.He discovered old age and illness.
- 8. Multiple ChoiceWhich Buddhist value did these actions by Ashoka reflect?
- He gave up hunting and became a vegetarian.Respect for all living things.Tolerance of other religions.Awareness that everything changes.Honesty and respect in words and actions. - 9. Multiple ChoiceIn what important way did Ashoka spread Buddhist teachings?He required conquered people to convert to Buddhism.He had edicts carved into pillars and walls.He taught people to read and to write.He made speeches from around the empire.
- 10. Multiple ChoiceOne of Ashoka's edicts announced that people would only be jailed for a good reason. Which of his goals did this promote most?JusticeSecurityGeneral WelfareBuddhist Values
- 11. Multiple ChoiceOne of Ashoka's edicts announced that along the roads trees had been planted for the enjoyment of animals and men, and wells and ponds had been dug everywhere. Which goal did this promote most?JusticeSecurityBuddhist ValuesGeneral Welfare
- 12. Multiple ChoiceOne of Ashoka's edicts stated that unconquered people on the border of the kingdom should trust him and have happiness in their dealings with him. Which of his goals did this promote most?JusticeSecurityGeneral WelfareBuddhist Values
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