Architecture in Medieval India Class 7 Worksheet History

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Q1: Which architectural style is characterized by a beehive-shaped tower and is commonly found in North India?
(a) Dravida Style
(b) Vesara Style
(c) Nagara Style
(d) Indo-Islamic Style
Ans: (c)
The Nagara style of temple architecture is known for its beehive-shaped tower and is predominantly found in North India.

Q2: In which region of India is the Dravida style of temple architecture primarily observed?
(a) North India
(b) Central India
(c) South India, especially in Tamil Nadu
(d) Western India
Ans: (c)
The Dravida style of temple architecture is predominantly observed in South India, particularly in Tamil Nadu.

Q3: Which architectural style is a hybrid of Nagara and Dravida styles?
(a) Indo-Islamic Style
(b) Vesara Style
(c) Colonial Style
(d) Gothic Style
Ans: (b)
The Vesara style is a hybrid of Nagara and Dravida styles of temple architecture.

Q4: What architectural elements were introduced in Indo-Islamic architecture, influenced by Islamic aesthetics?
(a) Beads and gems
(b) Frescoes and murals
(c) Arches, keystones, and domes
(d) Terracotta sculptures
Ans: (c)
Indo-Islamic architecture incorporated elements like arches, keystones, and domes, which were influenced by Islamic architectural aesthetics.

Q5: Which Mughal emperor is famous for creating the Taj Mahal?
(a) Akbar
(b) Babur
(c) Shah Jahan
(d) Aurangzeb
Ans: (c)
Shah Jahan is renowned for commissioning the Taj Mahal, one of the most iconic structures in Mughal architecture.

Fill in the Blanks

Q6: The Red Fort in Delhi is named after the red ___________ used in its construction.
Ans: sandstone
The Red Fort in Delhi is named after the red sandstone used in its construction.

Q7: The Taj Mahal features a distinctive ____________ dome and is surrounded by a garden.
Ans: marble double
The Taj Mahal is known for its distinctive marble double dome, and it is surrounded by a garden.

Q8: Indo-Islamic architecture introduced the use of _______________ patterns on walls.
Ans: geometric and floral
Indo-Islamic architecture incorporated beautiful geometric and floral patterns on walls.

Q9: The Moti Masjid and the Jama Masjid are significant architectural structures associated with which Mughal emperor?
Ans: Shah Jaha
The Moti Masjid and the Jama Masjid are significant architectural structures associated with Emperor Shah Jahan.

Q10: The emergence of the Mughal style of architecture led to transformations in regional architectures, such as the distinctive terracotta temples in _______________.
Ans: Bengal
The Mughal style of architecture influenced regional architectures, leading to distinctive terracotta temples in Bengal.

Match the Column (In a Table)

Q11: Match the architectural style or structure with its description. 
Ans:

True or False

Q12: The Dravida style of temple architecture is commonly found in North India.
Ans: False
The Dravida style of temple architecture is primarily observed in South India, especially in Tamil Nadu.

Q13: Indo-Islamic architecture introduced the use of frescoes and murals on walls.
Ans: False
Indo-Islamic architecture incorporated geometric and floral patterns but not frescoes and murals.

Q14: The Red Fort in Delhi is named after the red sandstone used in its construction.
Ans: True
The Red Fort is indeed named after the red sandstone used in its construction.

Q15: Shah Jahan commissioned the construction of the Taj Mahal.
Ans: True
Shah Jahan is known for commissioning the Taj Mahal.

Q16: The Mughal style of architecture had no influence on regional architectures in India.
Ans: False
The Mughal style of architecture had a significant influence on regional architectures, leading to distinctive styles in different regions.