Unit 2 Eastern Classical Civilizations

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the "Mandate of Heaven" was used to justify what?

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authority

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What is a belief of Buddhism?

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selfish desires cause human suffering

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How did the Royal Road contribute to Persian success?

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connecting major Persian cities

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How did Buddhism spread to new regions?

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missionaries and commerce

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What did the Zhou emperors use the "Mandate of Heaven" to justify?

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their moral right to overthrow previous dynasties

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What was a belief of Buddha?

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people can overcome their selfish desires by following the Eightfold Path

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Which classical civilization is responsible for the creation of the Royal Road, rule by satraps, and being religiously tolerant?

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Persian Empire

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What belief do Hindus and Buddhists have in common?

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the soul is reborn after death (reincarnation)

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Why was the Silk Road important?

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exchanging goods between countries/continents

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One way in which Confucianism, the Ten Commandments, and Buddhism were similar is that they --

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provided codes for moral behavior