Ancient India assessment

Buddhism is based on the life and teachings of...

• Brahma

• Shiva

• Buddha

• Dharma

What action did Ashoka take to spread Buddhism?

• He held large religious assemblies and sent members on royal pilgrimages.

• He forced people to believe the way he did.

• He sent out a newspaper explaining Buddhism.

• He didn't spread Buddhism at all.

Why did Ashoka inscribe his teachings on rocks and pillars throughout India?

• He loved art on pillars and rocks.

• It made for beautiful scenery throughout his empire.

• It placed value on human love and family.

• It was evidence to Ashoka's teachings of Buddhism which he wanted to spread throughout his empire.

After Ashoka fough his last battle, how did it change him forever?

• It made him more angry and he became more violent.

• Becasue of what he saw during the battle, he changed and was an advocate for peace across his kingdom.

• He lost his power and his empire fell after the battle.

• He was injured in the battle and became disabled.

What is the origin of Hindu beliefs?

• The Vedas

• Reincarnation

• Moksha

• Karma

Why does Hinduism have many gods/goddesses?

• Many gods/goddesses were born into Hinduism.

• All living beings are part of a Supreme Being and there is divine presence in all.

• It's a part of their culture.

• Buddha created them.

Who was the 1st ruler of the 2nd Mauryan empire?

• Chandragupta

• Mahabharata

• Buddha

• Bindusara

Who was the 2nd ruler of the 2nd Mauryan empire.

• Ashoka

• Sanskrit

• Bindusara

• Lord Vishnu

Who was the 3rd and final ruler of the 2nd Mauryan empire?

• Ashoka

• Krishna

• Veda

• Dharma

What is the ultimate goal of life according to Hindu Reincarnation idea?

• To live forever.

• To achieve moksha, or union with Brahman.

• To come back to life as who you choose.

• To become a member of the noble family.