Gandhara and Roman Civilizations Quiz

Taxila served as the capital of the Gandhara Empire and was an important center for trade and education.

Roman engineering innovations, such as roads and aqueducts, allowed for better transportation and water supply in cities.

Buddhism was the dominant religion in Gandhara, influencing art, culture, and social structure until the rise of Islam.

<p>Indo-Greek art, characterized by a blend of Indian and Greco-Roman styles, was prominent, especially in the sculpting of Buddha.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Both civilizations thrived simultaneously, with the Roman Empire's influence on Europe and Gandhara's on South Asia during the same historical period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The mountainous terrain and the surrounding Mediterranean Sea led the Greeks to focus on fishing and trade rather than extensive farming.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Athens is often referred to as the Cradle of Western Civilization due to its advancements in art, philosophy, and the establishment of democracy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alexander the Great created one of the largest empires in ancient history, which stretched from Greece to the Indus River.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Roman Republic was governed by the Senate, composed of 100 prominent men, and power was held by these elected representatives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The disciplined, well-armed, and trained Roman army was crucial in conquering territories across Europe, North Africa, and Asia Minor.</p> Signup and view all the answers