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AP world 5 and 6
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Augustus | A title that implied divine status for Octavian, who emerged as sole ruler of the Roman state at the end of the civil war 20 BCE |
| Pax Romana | A term typically used to show the stability and prosperity of the Early Roman Empire |
| Qin Shihuangdi | The first ruler of the Qin dynasty around 220 BCE who forcible reunited China and established a strong state that governed rather harsh |
| Han Dynasty | The Chinese dynasty around 200 BCE-220 CE, establishing long lasting political and cultural patterns. |
| Mauryan Empire | The first and largest of India’s empires lasting from 320-180 BCE, known for having a large-scale political system |
| Ashoka | The most famous leader of the Mauryan Empire who was a Buddhist and tried to rule with peace and tolerance around 350 BCE |
| Gupta Empire | An era of Indian civilization from 300-550 CE that saw political unity, cultural flourishing, and thriving trade |