Which of the following is true of the Mauryan Empire under King Ashoka's rule?

It reached its height during his reign.

King Ashoka changed his mind about how to keep India united when he thought about the

people who had been killed or enslaved because of his family

The edicts on security usually focused on issues of

peace with, and/or conquest of others

Chandragupta Maurya was able to conquer the northern kingdoms of India with his army because

they were very weak from fighting among themselves.

How was Chandragupta Maurya able to maintain his empire's strength?

He used force whenever necessary.

To promote his 4 main goals , Ashoka carved edicts into rocks, walls, and pillars. An edict is

a command that is obeyed like a law

Ashoka's purpose behind his four main goals was to

give his empire a strong foundation

What is significant about the Maurya family?

They were the first to unite the kingdoms of India.

What did Ashoka's edicts on justice describe?

the way people should be treated in the courts and jails

When King Ashoka saw the consequences of his family's quest for land, he promised to

stop using violence as a tool to achieve unity

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1
Which of the following is true of the Mauryan Empire under King Ashoka's rule?
It reached its height during his reign.
It shrank due to him giving back land.
It collapsed due to his laws and edicts.
It lost financial power under his rule.
2
King Ashoka changed his mind about how to keep India united when he thought about the
lack of unity his family's conquests had achieved
all of the above
amounts of money wasted on conquering and uniting kingdoms.
people who had been killed or enslaved because of his family
3
King Ashoka expanded the Mauryan Empire to the south and east by
spreading Buddhist ideas.
purchasing lots of land.
fighting a series of wars.
forming several alliances.
4
Ashoka's edicts that said people should be loving, respectful, and moral promoted his goal of
Mauryan enemies
general welfare
Buddhist values
laws and court
5
How did the Maurya family build their empire?
They had advanced technology.
They fixed conflicts peacefully.
They fought wars of conquest.
They paid kingdoms to unite.
6
Who began to build the Mauryan Empire?
Mahinda Chakra Maurya
Chandragupta Maurya
Prince Ceylon Maurya
King Ashoka Maurya
7
The edicts on security usually focused on issues of
religion and faith
peace with, and/or conquest of others
laws and policies in the kingdom
trade and economics
8
Ashoka's edicts that encouraged general welfare were supposed to promote
a good economy
a reliable military
Buddhist teachings
people's wellbeing
9
Which of these is an example of how King Ashoka's actions did not reflect Buddhist values?
He permitted the execution of criminals
all of the above
He continued to maintain a strong army
He kept the previously conquered lands
10
Chandragupta Maurya was able to conquer the northern kingdoms of India with his army because
they were occupied by poor peasants who couldn't fight.
they desired to have a ruler who could unite them all
they were very weak from fighting among themselves.
they lacked the natural sources they needed to survive
11
How was Chandragupta Maurya able to maintain his empire's strength?
He used force whenever necessary.
He tried to have a peaceful kingdom.
He worked towards equality for all.
He promoted prayer during conflict.
12
To promote his 4 main goals , Ashoka carved edicts into rocks, walls, and pillars. An edict is
writing that describes religious beliefs
a command that is obeyed like a law
a map guiding people to holy places
something that encourages growth.
13
Ashoka's purpose behind his four main goals was to
give his empire a strong foundation
show his authority over his people
expand his empire to new territories
force his people to follow Buddhism
14
What is significant about the Maurya family?
They split up India into several separate kingdoms.
They eliminated the use of slavery and servants
They were the first to unite the kingdoms of India.
They tried to get rid of the unequal social classes.
15
What did Ashoka's edicts on justice describe?
the way people should be treated in the courts and jails
The limitations and expectations for an excellent leader
punishment for people who did not fully support Buddhism
government's expected actions during rioting or protesting
16
When King Ashoka saw the consequences of his family's quest for land, he promised to
give the entire empire to a new leader or family.
stop using violence as a tool to achieve unity
focus on making alliances with other countries.
put more effort into improving India's economy.
17
King Ashoka urged his people to
reject non-Buddhist religions.
not punish minor criminals.
follow the Buddhist path.
refuse to serve in the army
18
When King Ashoka decided to reject violence, he also chose to support
Hindu beliefs.
Buddhist values.
Jewish faith.
Christian laws.

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