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What is the name of the fort they are visiting?
What is the name of the fort they are visiting?
Golconda
What does Didi study?
What does Didi study?
History
The fort is large.
The fort is large.
True
How might the gate be opened?
How might the gate be opened?
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The outer wall of the fort has 87 bastions.
The outer wall of the fort has 87 bastions.
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What is the purpose of the bastions?
What is the purpose of the bastions?
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The Qutubshahi Sultans ruled the fort.
The Qutubshahi Sultans ruled the fort.
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What is the name of the board that shows a map of the fort?
What is the name of the board that shows a map of the fort?
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There are only palaces inside the fort.
There are only palaces inside the fort.
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There were fountains inside the fort.
There were fountains inside the fort.
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What is the name of the palace they are visiting?
What is the name of the palace they are visiting?
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Buildings with two floors were common during the time.
Buildings with two floors were common during the time.
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What is the term for the round shape that protrudes from the wall?
What is the term for the round shape that protrudes from the wall?
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What is another name for bastions?
What is another name for bastions?
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The fort of Golconda was originally built out of mud.
The fort of Golconda was originally built out of mud.
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What are the two metals that are melted together to make bronze?
What are the two metals that are melted together to make bronze?
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A nuclear bomb can cause destruction.
A nuclear bomb can cause destruction.
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What are the two things that the author tells the readers to look for, to identify the metal used in the objects?
What are the two things that the author tells the readers to look for, to identify the metal used in the objects?
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How far can the Sultan's voice be heard?
How far can the Sultan's voice be heard?
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What does a mehrab symbolize?
What does a mehrab symbolize?
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What kingdom did Aurangzeb conquer in 1686 CE?
What kingdom did Aurangzeb conquer in 1686 CE?
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What did the kingdom of Golconda offer before surrendering?
What did the kingdom of Golconda offer before surrendering?
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Aurangzeb's reign saw the Mughal Empire reach its greatest geographical extent.
Aurangzeb's reign saw the Mughal Empire reach its greatest geographical extent.
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What campaign ruined Aurangzeb in the long run?
What campaign ruined Aurangzeb in the long run?
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Who were the chieftains in the hilly region surrounding Poona (modern-day Pune) and the Konkan?
Who were the chieftains in the hilly region surrounding Poona (modern-day Pune) and the Konkan?
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What was the name of Shivaji's father?
What was the name of Shivaji's father?
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What fort did Shivaji capture from Bijapur in his first conquest?
What fort did Shivaji capture from Bijapur in his first conquest?
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What tactics did Shivaji use against the larger Mughal army?
What tactics did Shivaji use against the larger Mughal army?
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What happened when Aurangzeb captured Shivaji in the Agra Incident?
What happened when Aurangzeb captured Shivaji in the Agra Incident?
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What did the prolonged wars lead to?
What did the prolonged wars lead to?
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How did the battles and sieges impact the population?
How did the battles and sieges impact the population?
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Aurangzeb's later victories were considered strong and lasting.
Aurangzeb's later victories were considered strong and lasting.
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What purpose did the sharp iron spokes on the Golconda Fort gate serve?
What purpose did the sharp iron spokes on the Golconda Fort gate serve?
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What were the round protrusions on the Golconda Fort wall called?
What were the round protrusions on the Golconda Fort wall called?
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The Golconda Fort has 87 bastions.
The Golconda Fort has 87 bastions.
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What was the primary reason for the small gate built into the large gate?
What was the primary reason for the small gate built into the large gate?
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Which dynasty built the Golconda Fort?
Which dynasty built the Golconda Fort?
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Why did the Golconda Fort have a map of the fort inside?
Why did the Golconda Fort have a map of the fort inside?
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The Golconda Fort was a complete town with farmers, workers, and even a palace.
The Golconda Fort was a complete town with farmers, workers, and even a palace.
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What did the people of the Golconda Fort use for water supply?
What did the people of the Golconda Fort use for water supply?
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What did the elaborate carvings on the walls of the Golconda Fort signify?
What did the elaborate carvings on the walls of the Golconda Fort signify?
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What is the main challenge that engineers face even today when designing buildings?
What is the main challenge that engineers face even today when designing buildings?
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What is the significance of the use of fountains on the terrace of the Golconda Fort?
What is the significance of the use of fountains on the terrace of the Golconda Fort?
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Electricity was a common means of water lifting in the Golconda Fort.
Electricity was a common means of water lifting in the Golconda Fort.
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Why is the presence of old things like pots, jewellery, and swords important in a museum?
Why is the presence of old things like pots, jewellery, and swords important in a museum?
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What type of material was the small blue piece at the museum made from?
What type of material was the small blue piece at the museum made from?
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The inscription on the wall of the Golconda Fort states "Writing on the wall is prohibited."
The inscription on the wall of the Golconda Fort states "Writing on the wall is prohibited."
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Why did the soldiers stay in the tunnel at the Golconda Fort?
Why did the soldiers stay in the tunnel at the Golconda Fort?
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What was used by Aurangzeb to attack the Golconda Fort?
What was used by Aurangzeb to attack the Golconda Fort?
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The Mughal army camped outside the fort for eight months because they were unable to enter.
The Mughal army camped outside the fort for eight months because they were unable to enter.
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What was the primary reason for the Mughals' attacks on other kingdoms?
What was the primary reason for the Mughals' attacks on other kingdoms?
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Aurangzeb's army's success was guaranteed due to their strong cavalry and infantry.
Aurangzeb's army's success was guaranteed due to their strong cavalry and infantry.
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What significant feature of the Golconda Fort made it difficult for the Mughal army to enter?
What significant feature of the Golconda Fort made it difficult for the Mughal army to enter?
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The soldiers on the bastions of the Golconda Fort could easily spot any enemy approaching from different sides.
The soldiers on the bastions of the Golconda Fort could easily spot any enemy approaching from different sides.
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What was the primary weapon used by the Mughal army in those days?
What was the primary weapon used by the Mughal army in those days?
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The Golconda Fort stands as a testament to the Sultan's preparedness and strategic planning, highlighting the potential for death and destruction in warfare.
The Golconda Fort stands as a testament to the Sultan's preparedness and strategic planning, highlighting the potential for death and destruction in warfare.
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What is the modern day name for the city of Poona?
What is the modern day name for the city of Poona?
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The Golconda Fort had both farmers and workers living within its walls.
The Golconda Fort had both farmers and workers living within its walls.
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The Golconda Fort is no longer standing, only its ruins remain.
The Golconda Fort is no longer standing, only its ruins remain.
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What are the most significant historical sources of information about the past events and lives?
What are the most significant historical sources of information about the past events and lives?
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The construction of the Agra Fort took place approximately 500 years ago.
The construction of the Agra Fort took place approximately 500 years ago.
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What was the primary reason for constructing the Agra Fort?
What was the primary reason for constructing the Agra Fort?
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What does the term "mashak" refer to?
What does the term "mashak" refer to?
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The Golconda Fort is a testament to the architectural skills and engineering prowess of the people during those times.
The Golconda Fort is a testament to the architectural skills and engineering prowess of the people during those times.
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The children's excitement and joy influenced the way they explored and perceived the Golconda Fort.
The children's excitement and joy influenced the way they explored and perceived the Golconda Fort.
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What is the significance of museums in understanding the past?
What is the significance of museums in understanding the past?
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Visiting museums helps us understand the history of the past and appreciate the advancements in art and technology over time.
Visiting museums helps us understand the history of the past and appreciate the advancements in art and technology over time.
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Study Notes
Walls Tell Stories
- Golconda Fort was visited, and the group appreciated the historical significance of the fort and its enormous size
- The fort's walls are impressive with thick walls and bastions extending beyond the wall
- The entrance gate is incredibly large, suggesting the strength and security measures of the fort
- The fort walls have sharp iron spokes, but their purpose is unknown.
- The thick walls and the unique shape of the bastions make the fort defensible
- The fort originally included a large number of palaces, as well as various gardens, fields, and factories
- The fort likely housed many different people including kings, queens, and commoners.
- Soldiers used tunnels for strategic access and maneuverability, as well as observing enemies
- This period had many wars, and the fort was used as a target for attacks.
- The fort used various weapons like canons, making it difficult to conquer
- Many important items, like pottery pieces, swords, and jewelry were preserved within the museum
- The artefacts and structures of the fort provide insight into history, as they offer clues about the daily lives, craftsmanship, and methods of water management in the past.
- The fort likely had a sophisticated water management system.
- The fort employed bullock-powered mechanisms to lift water to higher levels within the structure
- The mechanisms and methods of water management are well-depicted in pictures.
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Test your knowledge on the fascinating history of Golconda Fort and its remarkable architectural features. This quiz covers the fort's significance, defensive structures, and the lives of those who inhabited it. Explore the stories told by its walls and the strategic importance it held during wartime.
