Mauryan Empire

What empire started after the rule of Alexander the Great?

• Mauryan

• Gupta

• Indus Valley

• Israelites

What is the best definition for the word "dynasty"?

• several elected leaders

• a democratic system of government

• a series of rulers from the same family

• a country in India

In what country did Chandragupta create his empire?

• China

• Egypt

• Mesopotamia

• India

Chandragupta has a very weak military.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Who was known as the greatest Mauryan king?

• Chandragupta

• Asoka

• The Buddha

• Solomon

How did Asoka follow a peaceful lifestyle?

• He waged war in Kalinga

• He converted to Hinduism

• He became a Buddhist

• He slayed thousands of enemies

What caused the downfall of the Mauryan Empire?

• natural disasters

• invasion by Egyptians

• converting to Buddhism

• poor leadership from kings

Who was the first Buddhist king in India?

• Asoka

• Chandragupta

• Stupa

• Buddha

Who founded the Mauryan dynasty?

• Asoka

• Chandragupta

• Bindusara

• Ceylon

Where was the ancient Indian state centered during Mauryan dynasty?

• Jaipur

• Mumbai

• Pataliputra

• New Delhi