Ashoka's purpose behind his four main goals was to

give his empire a strong foundation.

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

were very weak from fighting among themselves.

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.

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.

What is significant about the Maurya family?

They were the first to unite the kingdoms of India.

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

a command that is obeyed like a law.

What did Ashoka's edicts on justice describe?

the way people should be treated in the empire's courts and jails

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

The Mauryan Empire reached its height during his reign

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

He used force whenever necessary.

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1
Ashoka's purpose behind his four main goals was to
show his authority over his people.
give his empire a strong foundation.
force his people to follow Buddhism.
expand his empire to new territories.
2
The edicts on security usually focused on issues of
religion and faith.
trade and economics.
laws and policies.
peace and conquest.
3
How did the Maurya family build their empire?
They fought wars of conquest.
They paid kingdoms to unite.
They had advanced technology.
They fixed conflicts peacefully.
4
Chandragupta Maurya was able to conquer the northern kingdoms of India with his army because they
desired to have a ruler who could unite them all.
were occupied by poor peasants who couldn't fight.
were very weak from fighting among themselves.
lacked the natural sources they needed to survive.
5
When King Ashoka saw the consequences of his family's quest for land, he promised to
put more effort into improving India's economy.
stop using violence as a tool to achieve unity.
focus on making alliances with other countries.
give the entire empire to a new leader or family.
6
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 for their land.
All of These
people who had been killed or enslaved because of his family.
amounts of money wasted on conquering and uniting kingdoms.
7
What is significant about the Maurya family?
They tried to get rid of the unequal social classes.
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.
8
King Ashoka urged his people to
reject non-Buddhist religions.
not punish minor criminals.
refuse to serve in the army.
follow the Buddhist path.
9
Which of the following is an example of how King Ashoka's actions DID NOT reflect Buddhist values?
He permitted the execution of criminals.
All of These
He continued to maintain a strong army.
He kept the previously conquered lands.
10
Which of the following was a success of Chandragupta Maurya's rule?
He made sure farmers had water for crops.
He created a strong central government.
All of These
He built a road over a thousand miles long.
11
King Ashoka expanded the Mauryan Empire to the south and east by
spreading Buddhist ideas.
forming several alliances.
fighting a series of wars.
purchasing lots of land.
12
When King Ashoka decided to reject violence, he also chose to support
Hindu beliefs.
Jewish faith.
Christian laws.
Buddhist values.
13
Who began to build the Mauryan Empire?
Chandragupta Maurya
King Ashoka Maurya
Prince Ceylon Maurya
Mahinda Chakra Maurya
14
Traditions says Chandragupta Maurya gave up power over the Mauryan Empire because he
became an ascetic.
grew extremely ill.
lacked much support.
lost his entire army.
15
To promote four main goals for his kingdom, Ashoka carved edicts into rocks, walls, and pillars. An edict is
writing that describes religious beliefs.
something that encourages growth.
a map guiding people to holy places.
a command that is obeyed like a law.
16
What did Ashoka's edicts on justice describe?
the punishment for people who did not fully support Buddhism
the way people should be treated in the empire's courts and jails
the necessary limitations and expectations for an excellent leader
the government's expected actions during rioting or protesting
17
Ashoka's edicts that encouraged general welfare were supposed to promote
Buddhist teachings.
A good economy
a reliable military.
people's wellbeing.
18
Ashoka's edicts that said people should be loving, respectful, and moral promoted his goal of
Buddhist values.
Mauryan Enemies
Laws and Court
General Welfare
19
Which of the following is true of the Mauryan Empire under King Ashoka's rule?
The Mauryan Empire shrank due to him giving back land.
The Mauryan Empire lost financial power under his rule.
The Mauryan Empire collapsed due to his laws and edicts.
The Mauryan Empire reached its height during his reign
20
How was Chandragupta Maurya able to maintain his empire's strength?
He worked towards equality for all.
He used force whenever necessary.
He promoted prayer during conflict.
He tried to have a peaceful kingdom.

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