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Chapter 4, Section 4 Notes
The Maurya Empire
· India was made up of warring states.
· Around 321 BC, Chandragupta came to power and grew his kingdom into the Maurya Empire.
Absolute Power
· He had absolute power over his people.
· He had a huge army to crush revolts.
· Wealth came from farming but traded with Greece, China, and Rome.
His Legacy
· Even though he was a rough leader, he did some good for his people.
· Built irrigation systems.
· Cleared forests.
· Built roadways to help trade.
Asoka’s leadership
· Asoka took power in 273 BC.
· During the beginning of his rules, he was very warlike.
· After the Battle of Kalinga, he converted to Buddhism.
Buddhist Ruler
· Asoka spread the teachings of Buddha.
· Built hospitals for his people, who he said were his children.
· Issued writings of moral advice.
· Encouraged truthfulness and tolerance.
Chapter 4 Review
· 30 Questions Total
· 5 Matching
· 4 Short Answer
· 5 Map
· 16 Multiple Choice
Study Vocabulary Words.
When the Aryan and Indian cultures blended, what religion resulted?
According to Hindu belief of reincarnation, faithful followers of Hinduism….
How does Hinduism differ from other religions?
According to Buddha, what is the cure for the end of human suffering?
What are two important rivers that start in the Himalaya Mountains?
Before becoming “The Enlightened One”, Gautama was a ______.
What is the Middle Way?
When did Asoka convert to Buddhism?
Study how to read a table on pages 124-125.
Why are monsoons important to Indian farmers?
Indian emperor Chandragupta believed he had ____ ____ over his subjects.
What is one important results of the Aryan invasion of India?
List the important Hindu Gods.
India’s mountains and surrounding water influenced its development by….
After Asoka’s death, what happened to the Maurya Empire?
What was the main source of wealth under Chandragupta?
Study your map on India.
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