Kushan Empire Flashcard

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What was the Kushan Empire's role in trade?

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They were a wealthy trading hub.

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What was the Kushan Empire's influence on religion?

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It spread Zoroastrian, Buddhism, and Hellenistic beliefs.

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Who was the most important emperor of the Kushan Empire?

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Kanishka the Great

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Kanishka the Great was compared to which Mauryan Emperor?

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Ashoka

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What significant structure did Kanishka build during his reign?

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A stupa

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Which deities were depicted on Kushan coins?

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Helios and Heracles