Han and Mauryan Empires: Map and Timeline Quiz

Which empire is shown in red on the map of India and China, 321 B.C.–A.D. 9?

• Han Empire

• Mauryan Empire

• Gupta Empire

• Roman Empire

How did the formation of the Gupta Empire in A.D. 320 impact religion in India?

• It encouraged a renewal of Hindu faith.

• It led to the spread of Buddhism.

• It introduced Christianity.

• It banned all religious practices.

Based on the map, which desert does the Silk Road pass through?

• Taklimakan Desert

• Sahara Desert

• Kalahari Desert

• Atacama Desert

How did Chandragupta Maurya fund his large army and government?

• By trading with Rome

• By levying high taxes on farmers

• By conquering China

• By selling spices

What major change did Asoka make after the war against Kalinga?

• He expanded the empire further through more wars.

• He adopted nonviolence and promoted Buddhism.

• He abdicated the throne and became a monk.

• He increased taxes on his people.

What does the map of the Han Dynasty, 200 B.C.–A.D. 220, show?

• The location of the Roman Empire

• The extent of the Han Empire, the Han protectorate, Xiongnu regions, the Great Wall, and the Silk Road

• The spread of Buddhism

• The capitals of Europe

Why did the Chinese believe the emperor had the right to exercise power?

• They believed the emperor had divine authority.

• They believed the emperor was the richest person.

• They believed the emperor was elected by the people.

• They believed the emperor was the best warrior.

According to the social hierarchy diagram, which group was at the very bottom of Han society?

• Slaves

• Peasants

• Soldiers

• Artisans

How did the Han emperors maintain control over the people they conquered?

• By exerting vast control over the Chinese themselves.

• By allowing complete independence.

• By abolishing the social hierarchy.

• By refusing to appoint any officials.

What was the main purpose of the Chinese emperor relying on a complex bureaucracy during the Han dynasty?

• To help him rule the empire

• To increase trade with other countries

• To reduce the size of the army

• To eliminate taxes for farmers