The Mauryan Dynasty

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"

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?