Practice Assignment 5 | Class 7 BBC Compacta Solutions PDF Download

Q1: Based on the reading passage, here are the complete questions with their answers
Ans: (a) (i) The Dancing Girl is 4500 years old.
(ii) The Dancing Girl is made of bronze.
(b) The process of making bronze statues is called casting.
(c) Not many bronze statues of the ancient Greeks could survive for long because the bronzes were melted down to make swords, spears, and other weapons or agricultural tools.
(d) Bronze statues get a 'patina' look with the passage of time because decades of air and moisture reacting with the copper give the statue a beautiful green colour.

Q2:
Ans: The 'Statue of Unity' is dedicated to Indian statesman and independence leader Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. It holds the unique distinction of being the world's tallest statue at the time of writing the passage.

Q3:
Ans: (a) Molten bronze is poured into a clay and wax mould.
(b) Molten bronze expands and fills all the details of the mould.
(c) Shrink on cooling.
(d) Separated from the cast easily.

Q4:
Ans: 
(a) This statement is true. The Dancing Girl, a bronze statuette, was indeed discovered at the Mohenjo-Daro archaeological site in 1926.
(b) This statement is true. The ancient Greeks are known for their advancements in bronze sculpting, including life-size statues.
(c)This statement is NOT true. The Statue of Unity, while having bronze cladding, is not made entirely of bronze. The structure comprises a concrete and steel core.
(d) This statement is NOT true. Good quality bronze typically has a brownish or reddish tint, not gold.

Q5:
Ans: The word you are looking for is "artifact."

Q6:
Ans: The word you're looking for is "exterior."

Q7:
Ans: Yes, I would agree with the king's choice of metal to be used for his statue. Here are two reasons:

• Durability: Bronze is a highly durable metal, which means the statue will last for many years without significant wear or damage. This longevity ensures that the king's legacy will be preserved for future generations.
• Aesthetic Appeal: Bronze has a rich and attractive appearance that can capture fine details and give the statue a regal and timeless look. The warm, metallic luster of bronze can convey the king's grandeur and dignity effectively.