Ashoka and the Mauryan Empire
Description
Evaluating the Rule of Ashoka
The main goal of this lesson is for students to evaluate the rule of Ashoka through the analysis of primary and secondary sources.
15 Slide PowerPoint includes
- Do Now
- Informational Charts and Graphics
- Video Links
- Assessment Questions
- Activity Instructions
- Conclusion Question
There are 4 different activity options, each based on 4 document DBQ which includes 2 primary and 2 secondary resources:
Activity Option 1 - Document Set 1 – Docs 1A and 1B
Students are given a primary source about Ashoka and his transformation. Using these two sources, students answer the questions to evaluate Ashoka’s rule.
Activity Option 2 -Document Set 2 – Docs 2A and 2B
Students are given a primary source about Ashoka and his transformation. Using these two sources, students answer the questions to evaluate Ashoka’s rule.
Activity Option 3 – 4 Document DBQ
The documents from sets 1 and 2 are combined into a 4-document DBQ. Students answer the comprehension and analysis questions based on these documents.
Activity Option 4:- Evaluating Ashoka – Graphic Organizer
Students complete the graphic organizer where they decide if the document shows that Ashoka was a cruel conqueror or an influential leader.
Full Keys are provided for each activity option!
This lesson has been adapted for digital learning. Students can use apps such as LuminPDF or Dochub to complete and submit the fillable PDF files.
View a video tutorial on how to integrate these digital PDFs into Google Classroom here!
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