Mauryan Empire

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Who started the Mauryan Empire?

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Chandragupta

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Which of the following is NOT one of Chandragupta's accomplishments? built roads, irrigated farmland, used elephants in warfare, won the Battle of Kalinga

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won the Battle of Kalinga

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What was the main source of Chandragupta's wealth?

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trade

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Absolute power, which is generally described as harsh and sometimes leads to the leader's paranoia, was practiced by which Mauryan emperor?

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Chandragupta

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How were Asoka and Chandragupta related?

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Asoka was Chandragupta's grandson.

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Why was the Battle of Kalinga a "turning point" for the winner?

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it made him give up violence

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To what religion did Asoka convert?

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Buddhism

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How did Asoka let his people know about his laws and beliefs?

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He had them carved on giant stone pillars

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How did Asoka practice religious tolerance?

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He allowed people to follow their own religion.

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Asoka's missionaries included ______________.

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his brother and sister