Questions and Answers
What are bodhisattvas?
Compassionate demigods who help other individuals reach nirvana after they die
The Silk Roads were built by the Chinese government to export silk.
False
Cosmopolitan comes from the Greek words kosmos and polites, which together mean universal citizen.
True
Place the following events in order that led to the spread of Hellenism:
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What was the common language of the Hellenistic world?
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While southern China engaged in Silk Road trade for economic reasons, northern China's interactions were national security operations.
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Which developments helped Buddhism spread?
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What conclusions can be drawn from Aśoka's multilingual edicts?
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Which of the following statements about the spread of Buddhism are true?
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What does the mosaic of the Battle of Issus indicate about the spread of Hellenistic culture?
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Complete this passage: Four major reasons for the spread of Buddhism include: Aśoka adopted dharma, Mahayana Buddhism offered personal salvation, __________, and __________.
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Which items were traded long distances across Afro-Eurasia on the Silk Roads?
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What new knowledge enabled Arab and Indian sailors to develop the Indian Ocean trade?
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Which practices increased during the Hellenistic period?
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Which statements are supported by the map and text?
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Which images provide physical evidence of the spread of Hellenism into Asia?
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Who are 'they' in the passage from 'The Practice of Perfect Wisdom'?
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Study Notes
Mahayana Buddhism and Bodhisattvas
- Mahayana Buddhism emphasizes compassion and includes bodhisattvas, who are demigods aiding others to achieve nirvana after death.
Silk Roads
- The Silk Roads were not constructed as transcontinental highways; they consisted of interconnected trade routes facilitating diverse exchanges beyond just silk.
- Northern China's engagement in Silk Road trade encompassed national security strategies, such as acquiring horses for military needs, unlike southern China's more economically focused interactions.
Cosmopolitanism in the Hellenistic World
- The term "cosmopolitan" derives from Greek, meaning "universal citizen," reflecting the diverse, multiethnic nature of Hellenistic cities like Alexandria.
Spread of Hellenism
- Alexander the Great's conquests initiated the spread of Hellenism through a series of events involving the Persian Empire, his military campaigns, the establishment of new cities, and the governance by his generals.
- Koine Greek emerged as the common language in the Hellenistic world, facilitating communication across regions influenced by Greek culture.
Buddhism's Evolution
- Buddhism expanded through the emergence of Mahayana Buddhism, artistic expressions, and support from the Kushan Empire, enabling community infrastructure and public worship.
- Aśoka's multilingual edicts reflected the diversity within his empire, highlighting different local traditions of Buddhism and the employment of writers skilled in foreign languages.
Trade along the Silk Roads
- Long-distance trade across Afro-Eurasia included aromatic goods, philosophical and technological ideas, as well as artisanal products, whereas livestock for food were not typically traded on these routes.
Indian Ocean Trade
- Arab and Indian sailors progressed in navigational techniques and learned to harness monsoon winds, which facilitated maritime trade deemed a "maritime Silk Road."
Hellenistic Period Practices
- The Hellenistic era saw increases in plantation slavery, coin usage in commerce, and long-distance trade activities, while Christian worship did not significantly rise during this period.
Alexander's Conquests
- Alexander's military campaigns covered regions of modern-day Iran, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, establishing the indispensable role of horses in his conquests but did not encompass the entire Mediterranean basin.
Evidence of Hellenism's Spread
- Physical artifacts demonstrating Hellenism’s influence include Kushan coins and sculptural elements from stupas, contrasting with objects highlighting Persian or native South Asian influences.
Bodhisattvas in Buddhism
- The text describes bodhisattvas as enlightened beings who assist others in overcoming misconceptions and lead them toward enlightenment.
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