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Which metal is primarily associated with surplus agricultural production?
Which metal is primarily associated with surplus agricultural production?
In which century did the Second Urbanisation start in India?
In which century did the Second Urbanisation start in India?
What material were the punch marked coins made from?
What material were the punch marked coins made from?
What term was used for landless labourers in ancient India?
What term was used for landless labourers in ancient India?
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Which city is recognized as the birthplace of the Hindu God Krishna?
Which city is recognized as the birthplace of the Hindu God Krishna?
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What color and texture is associated with the material described as very glossy and shiny?
What color and texture is associated with the material described as very glossy and shiny?
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Certain towns were significant in ancient times because they were known as ___ towns.
Certain towns were significant in ancient times because they were known as ___ towns.
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Which of the following statements about the historical centers of trade in India is true?
Which of the following statements about the historical centers of trade in India is true?
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Multiple Choice Questions
- Agricultural surplus was created by a certain metal.
- The Second Urbanisation began in the 6th century BCE.
- Punch-marked coins were made of copper.
- Landless laborers were called 'karmpati'.
- Lord Krishna's birthplace is in a specific city.
Fill in the Blanks
- Traveling merchants often used cross roads as their routes.
- A certain city was important due to its strategic location.
- Cities like Mathura were thriving trading centers.
- Merchants and farmers formed guilds.
Unscramble the Letters
- A term that means 'King' is related to canal building.
- Small farmers were known as 'Uzhavar'.
- Kaveripatnam and Arikamedu were significant port towns.
- A highly valued spice is mentioned.
- The Sangam texts are connected to Kaveripattinam details.
True or False Statements
- Some states (like Vaishali and Varanasi) were important trade centers in Madhya Pradesh.
- Prosperous towns provided food grains to villages.
- Vellalars were in the southern part of India.
- Tripitaka is a Buddhist text.
- Ayodhya is Lord Krishna's birth place.
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Explore the key concepts of urbanisation and trade from ancient history. This quiz covers agricultural surplus, significant cities, and trading practices in the context of the Second Urbanisation period. Test your knowledge on terms, historical figures, and the role of merchants in society.
