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.

What is significant about the Maurya family?

They were the first to unite the kingdoms of India.

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

The Mauryan Empire 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.

Ashoka's purpose behind his four main goals was to:

give his empire a strong foundation.

What is one way King Ashoka spread Buddhism beyond India?

He sent his son to Ceylon, who then converted its king.

Which of the following is an example of how King Ashoka's actions did reflect Buddhist values?

He gave up battles of conquest.

What did Ashoka's edicts on justice describe?

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

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

He used force whenever necessary.

Which of the following was NOT a success of Chandragupta Maurya's rule?

He created the first covered chariot.

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.

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1
The edicts on security usually focused on issues of:
religion and faith.
peace and conquest.
laws and policies.
trade and economics.
2
Chandragupta Maurya was able to conquer the northern kingdoms of India with his army because they:
lacked the natural sources they needed to survive.
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.
3
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.
put more effort into improving India's economy.
give the entire empire to a new leader or family.
focus on making alliances with other countries.
4
What is significant about the Maurya family?
They split up India into several separate kingdoms.
They were the first to unite the kingdoms of India.
They eliminated the use of slavery and servants.
They tried to get rid of the unequal social classes.
5
Which of the following is true of the Mauryan Empire under King Ashoka's rule?
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.
The Mauryan Empire shrank due to him giving back land.
6
King Ashoka urged his people to:
refuse to serve in the army.
not punish minor criminals.
follow the Buddhist path.
reject non-Buddhist religions.
7
King Ashoka changed his mind about how to keep India united when he thought about the:
cost of oil in Pakistan.
people who had been killed or enslaved because of his family.
amounts of money wasted on conquering and uniting kingdoms.
lack of unity his family's conquests had achieved for their land.
8
Ashoka's purpose behind his four main goals was to:
expand his empire to new territories.
force his people to follow Buddhism.
give his empire a strong foundation.
show his authority over his people.
9
Ashoka's edicts that encouraged general welfare were supposed to promote:
a good economy.
Buddhist teachings.
people's wellbeing.
a reliable military.
10
What is one way King Ashoka spread Buddhism beyond India?
He published many famous texts promoting Buddhism.
He invited other leaders to India to learn about Buddhism.
He sent his son to Ceylon, who then converted its king.
He became ascetic, and traveled the country with monks.
11
Which of the following is an example of how King Ashoka's actions did reflect Buddhist values?
He permitted the execution of criminals.
He kept the previously conquered lands.
He continued to maintain a strong army.
He gave up battles of conquest.
12
Who began to build the Mauryan Empire?
Chandragupta Maurya
Prince Ceylon Maurya
Mahinda Chakra Maurya
King Ashoka Maurya
13
What did Ashoka's edicts on justice describe?
the way people should be treated in the empire's courts and jails.
the punishment for people who did not fully support Buddhism.
the government's expected actions during rioting or protesting.
the necessary limitations and expectations for an excellent leader.
14
Traditions says Chandragupta Maurya gave up power over the Mauryan Empire because he:
became an ascetic.
grew extremely ill.
lost his entire army.
lacked much support.
15
How was Chandragupta Maurya able to maintain his empire's strength?
He tried to have a peaceful kingdom.
He used force whenever necessary.
He worked towards equality for all.
He promoted prayer during conflict.
16
When King Ashoka decided to reject violence, he also chose to support:
Buddhist values.
Jewish faith.
Hindu beliefs.
Christian laws.
17
Which of the following was NOT a success of Chandragupta Maurya's rule?
He created a strong central government.
He built a road over a thousand miles long.
He made sure farmers had water for crops.
He created the first covered chariot.
18
Ashoka's edicts that said people should be loving, respectful, and moral promoted his goal of:
general welfare.
laws and court.
Mauryan enemies.
Buddhist values.
19
King Ashoka expanded the Mauryan Empire to the south and east by:
fighting a series of wars.
spreading Buddhist ideas.
forming several alliances.
purchasing lots of land.
20
To promote four main goals for his kingdom, Ashoka carved edicts into rocks, walls, and pillars. An edict is:
a map guiding people to holy places.
writing that describes religious beliefs.
a command that is obeyed like a law.
something that encourages growth.
21
How did the Maurya family build their empire?
They paid kingdoms to unite.
They had advanced technology.
They fought wars of conquest.
They fixed conflicts peacefully.

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