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What was the main achievement of the Maurya family? To unify India
How did Chandragupta Maurya begin building his empire? He conquered neighboring kingdoms.
What would you not consider an achievement under Chandragupta's rule? He built a royal road more than one thousand miles long.
Why was Chandragupta poor in his later years? He decided to live as an ascetic.
King Ashoka was Chandragupta's _____________. grandson
Ashoka expanded the Mauryan Empire until he what? Gave up violence.
What experiance led to a deep change in Ashoka's values? Seeing a very bloody battle.
What Buddhist value did these actions by Ashoka reflect? *He gave up hunting. *He became a vegetarian. Respect for all living things.
How did Chandragupta's rule differ from Ashoka's? Chandragupta used force to be sure no one threatened his power.
Ashoka often spoke of the people he ruled as his what? Children
What action best expressed his Buddhist values? Treating all of his servants well.
What did Ashoka do with the territories the Mauryas had conquered? Kept them as a peaceful part of his empire.
IN what important way did Ashoka spread Buddhist teachings? He had edicts carved into pillars and walls.
One of Ashoka's edicts announced that people would only be jailed for a good reason. What goal did this promote most? Justice
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