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Villages, Towns and Trade - Chapter 8
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Villages, Towns and Trade - Chapter 8

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What role did iron tools play in agriculture during the early use of iron?

  • They were mostly effective in urban development.
  • They helped in increasing agricultural production. (correct)
  • They created a need for more livestock.
  • They were primarily used for decorative purposes.

    • Which of the following was NOT a type of iron tool mentioned?

  • Sickle
  • Hammer (correct)
  • Ploughshare
  • Axe

    • What was the primary purpose of the iron ploughshare?

  • To serve as a weapon.
  • To build tools for blacksmiths.
  • To create decorative items.
  • To aid in increasing agricultural production. (correct)

    • Around how many years ago did the use of iron begin in the subcontinent?

    <p>3000 years ago</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of structures were built to facilitate irrigation during the early use of iron?

    <p>Canals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What evidence indicates the growing use of iron tools about 2500 years ago?

    <p>Use of iron tools in agricultural practices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was commonly observed at the blacksmith’s shop where Prabhakar sat?

    <p>Loud noise and bright fire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following iron tools was primarily used for clearing forests?

    <p>Axe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did kings play in the construction of irrigation works?

    <p>They provided money and planned the irrigation works.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to large landowners in the Tamil region?

    <p>Vellalar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the hereditary position in villages known as?

    <p>Grama bhojaka</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used for ordinary ploughmen in the Tamil region?

    <p>Uzhavar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What increased as production rose due to irrigation?

    <p>Revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who employed local fishermen to steer ships in Barygaza?

    <p>The king</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common responsibility of the grama bhojaka?

    <p>Collecting taxes and managing crops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the benefits for farmers when irrigation is implemented?

    <p>Crop production becomes more certain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following items was NOT imported into Barygaza?

    <p>Ivory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant export from Barygaza?

    <p>Cotton</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group was primarily referenced as landless laborers in the Tamil region?

    <p>Kadaisiyar and Adimai</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were gifts sent to the king by merchants?

    <p>To win favor and gain trading rights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following items highlights the wealth of South India?

    <p>Pepper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'black gold' refer to in the context of trade?

    <p>Pepper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form of transportation did traders use to move goods to Rome?

    <p>Ships and caravans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a likely reason for the discovery of Roman gold coins in South India?

    <p>Trade between Rome and local merchants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following items was NOT mentioned as being brought into Puhar?

    <p>Sandals made from sandalwood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What advantage did sailors use to improve the speed of their voyages?

    <p>Monsoon winds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key factor in the wealth and power of chiefs and kings in the southern subcontinent?

    <p>Control of river valleys and coasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly identifies a type of good brought by sea, as described in the poem?

    <p>Swift, prancing horses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geographic feature significantly contributed to trade in the southern half of the subcontinent?

    <p>Long coastline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which item mentioned in the poem was sourced from the Himalayas?

    <p>Gems and gold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of vessels were built for long sea journeys according to the content?

    <p>Sturdy ships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which river is mentioned as being fertile in the southern subcontinent?

    <p>Kaveri</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one primary reason the rulers wanted to control the Silk Route?

    <p>To benefit from taxes and tributes from traders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the best-known rulers associated with the control of the Silk Route?

    <p>Kushanas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What two major centers of power did the Kushanas have?

    <p>Peshawar and Mathura</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which geographic area did the Silk Route branch extend into during the Kushana rule?

    <p>Seaports at the mouth of the river Indus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What goods were primarily shipped westwards from the Indus seaports?

    <p>Silk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did rulers often play regarding traders on the Silk Route?

    <p>They provided protection from robber attacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Taxila during the Kushana rule?

    <p>It was included in their kingdom and was an important trading hub</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key benefit to kings controlling the Silk Route aside from taxes?

    <p>The safety and prosperity of traders traveling through their territories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Villages, Towns, and Trade

    • Prabhakar observes blacksmiths, illustrating local craftsmanship with iron tools like axes and sickles.
    • Iron usage began around 3000 years ago in the subcontinent, with significant collections found in megalithic burials.
    • By 2500 years ago, iron tools such as axes and ploughshares were increasingly utilized, enhancing agricultural productivity.
    • Irrigation systems were developed to support agricultural growth, including canals, wells, tanks, and artificial lakes.
    • Kings required funds for military and administrative purposes, leading to increased agricultural productivity to meet tax demands.
    • In Tamil Nadu, social structure involved three main groups: vellalar (large landowners), uzhavar (ploughmen), and kadaisiyar/adimai (landless laborers/slaves).
    • In northern regions, the village headman was referred to as grama bhojaka, often the largest landowner, with a hereditary title.
    • Barygaza functioned as a crucial trading port, importing goods like wine, copper, and silk, and exporting plants, ivory, and perfumes.
    • Traders played a vital role in distributing Northern Black Polished Ware, a type of fine pottery found across the subcontinent.
    • Southern India was famous for gold, spices (especially pepper), and precious stones, facilitating trade with the Roman Empire, often referred to as 'black gold.'
    • Sangam poems provide insights into trade, listing various valuable goods such as pepper, gems, and foodstuffs brought to ports like Puhar.
    • Sea routes were essential for trade, with sailors utilizing monsoon winds for faster travel across the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal.
    • The Kaveri River valley was particularly fertile, leading to the rise of powerful local chiefs and kings controlling trade routes and coasts.
    • The Kushanas, influential rulers around 2000 years ago, controlled parts of the Silk Route, benefiting from trader taxes and ensuring their protection.
    • The Silk Route extended from Central Asia to the mouth of the Indus River, facilitating the flow of silk to the Roman Empire.

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    This quiz focuses on Chapter 8, which explores the dynamics of villages, towns, and trade, particularly highlighting Prabhakar's visit to a blacksmith's shop. It delves into the activities and craftsmanship involved in metal working, illustrating how local economies functioned in the past. Test your understanding of the key concepts and details presented in this chapter.

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