Ashoka Quiz

A brief introductory quiz into the life of the Buddhist emperor Ashoka

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  • Created by: Tara
  • Created on: 06-09-11 15:58
What is ashoke described as being at the beginning of his reign?
A tyrant
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What was Ashoka's first wife called?
Devi
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What does Ashoka's name mean?
Without sorrow
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Chandragupta was the founder of which empire?
Mauryian dynasty
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What does Devanam-Piya mean? How does this relate to Ashoka?
Beloved of the Gods, the title which he referred to himself
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What was the name of the novice monk who helped convert Ashoka to Buddhism?
Nighroda
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What was Ashoka's first wife called?

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Devi

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What does Ashoka's name mean?

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Card 4

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Chandragupta was the founder of which empire?

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Card 5

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What does Devanam-Piya mean? How does this relate to Ashoka?

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