Golden Ages: India, China, Islam

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Which of the following best describes the role of Asoka's Pillars in the Mauryan Empire? They were used as boundary markers for the empire. They served as a means to communicate Asoka's policies and edicts. They were primarily decorative structures. They were used to mark the locations of battles.

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They served as a means to communicate Asoka's policies and edicts.

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How did the concept of religious tolerance manifest during Asoka's reign?

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By allowing the practice of multiple religions within the empire.

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What was the primary purpose of the Silk Roads during the Han Dynasty?

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To facilitate trade and cultural exchange between the East and the West.

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Which of the following was a key feature of the Han Dynasty's centralized government? Options: The use of local chieftains to govern provinces., The establishment of a bureaucracy based on merit., The decentralization of power to regional governors., The reliance on military leaders for administrative roles.

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The establishment of a bureaucracy based on merit.

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What was the purpose of the Civil Service Exam in ancient China?

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To choose government officials based on merit rather than birth.

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How did the concept of monopoly manifest in ancient Chinese trade?

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By restricting trade to a single state-controlled entity.

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What was Tang Taizong's contribution to the Tang Dynasty?

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He was known for his military conquests and expansion of the empire.

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What was the significance of the invention of movable type in ancient China?

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It allowed for the mass production of books and spread of knowledge.

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Which of the following best describes the role of the gentry in ancient Chinese society? Options: They were the ruling monarchs., They were a class of wealthy landowners who often held government positions., They were the peasant farmers., They were the military generals.

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They were a class of wealthy landowners who often held government positions.

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How did the Theravada branch of Buddhism differ from Mahayana?

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Theravada is more strict and traditional while Mahayana is less conservative.