The Gupta Empire

Which empire FIRST united India?

• Mauryan Empire

• Gupta Empire

Which dates represent the time the Gupta controlled much of India?

• 200-220 C.E.

• 320-550 C.E.

• 500-550 C.E.

The Gupta Empire is considered "the peaceful golden age" because . . .

• the rulers discovered gold.

• there were no wars during this period.

• of the advances in arts and sciences that occurred.

The Gupta Empire began under Chandragupta I.

• TRUE

• FALSE

According to the definition in TCI, alliances are . . .

• discussions with neighboring rulers.

• contracts of marriage between ruling families.

• bonds between families, states or other groups to further common interests.

The rise of power and control by the Guptas occurred primarily in the southern part of India.

• TRUE

• FALSE

The Gupta empire was divided into provinces - each section ruled by . . .

• a royal governor.

• royal relative of the empire.

• royal mayor.

Growth in the arts and sciences during the Gupta Empire was due to . . .

• control of Chandragupta I.

• the stability of the empire.

• the rulers' interests in these areas.