Early Empires of India and China

How long did the Han Dynasty Rule?

• 300 years

• 15 years

• 400 years

• 150 years

Why was Wudi called the Martial Emperor?

• He ruled with an iron fist

• He was feared by all people and nations

• He was a military ruler who expanded the empire

• He was a well loved and peaceful ruler

Who made up the lowest class level in Han society? (Not including slaves)

• Artisans

• Peasants

• Soldiers/warriors

• Merchants

Who did NOT have to pay taxes in the Han Empire?

• wealthy people

• farmers

• merchants

• peasants

What are the silk roads?

• Trade Routes that connected Asia to Europe

• The long amount of silk that was wrapped on a spool

• The idea that Asia was the center of the world

• The roads that led in and out of Asia's major cities

Who led the Gupta Empire?

• Chandragupta Maurya

• Chandra Gupta

• Wang Mang

• Wudi

What happened to India after Ashoka's death?

• The Mauryan Empire became stronger

• India was invaded by the Huns of China

• India split into different kingdoms

• Ashoka's sons took over and continued to rule

Who expanded trade for the Gupta Empire into the Mediterranean?

• Chandgragupta Maurya

• Chandra Gupta II

• Wudi

• Chandra Gupta

Which of the following describes a matriarchal family?

• When children are the most important

• When eldest male is most important

• When eldest female is most important

How were taxes used and regulated in Han China?