Mauryan Empire

Mauryan Empire

6th Grade Social Studies

Today's Objective

How did Ashoka unify the Mauryan Empire and spread Buddhist values?

Anchor Question

• Who was more influenced by the arrival of new ideologies, India or China?

• Reminder: Please take notes on your "Early River Civilizations - East Note Catcher"

Fill in the Blanks

What animal was used in war during the reign of Chandragupta Maurya?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are true in relation to Chandragupta Maurya? Select all that apply. There are multiple answers.

• His grandson took the throne after he was killed in battle

• He kept control over the empire by maintaining a strong army

• He used an extensive spy network

• He established standardized weights and measures

• He ruled to Gupta Empire for approximately 15 years

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of Ashoka's rock edicts?

• Buddhist Values

• Charity

• General Welfare

• Justice

• Security

Multiple Select

Which of the following are true in relation to Ashoka the Great? Select all that apply. There are multiple answers.

• Ashoka created four edicts that were designed to give his empire a strong foundation

• Hinduism spread throughout India and other parts of Asia during his reign

• He built an empire that covered ⅔ of the Indian subcontinent

• He was Chandragupta Maurya’s son

Open Ended

How did Ashoka unify the Mauryan Empire and spread Buddhist values?