Question

How did the geographic position of the Kushan Empire influence its culture? (1 point)
Located along the Khyber Pass, the Kushan Empire adopted Indian deities and excluded all other religious influences.
Lying between major civilizations led to influence from many cultures, seen in their syncretic art styles.
Because of its proximity to China, the Kushan Empire primarily adopted Chinese cultural and religious practices.
Because of its proximity to Greece, the Kushan Empire spread Greek culture to Persia.

Answer 1

Lying between major civilizations led to influence from many cultures, seen in their syncretic art styles.

Explanation: The Kushan Empire sat on the Silk Road between India, Persia, Central Asia, and China, producing a blend of Hellenistic, Indian, Iranian, and Central Asian artistic and religious influences (e.g., Gandharan art, patronage of Buddhism).