New kings and Kingdoms Class 7 Worksheet History Chapter 2

Q1: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

(i) What is the significance of the Rajputs in medieval India?
(a) They were known for their expertise in trade
(b) They were known for their courage and chivalry in warfare
(c) They were skilled in agricultural techniques
(d) They were known for their architectural achievements
Ans: (b)
The Rajputs were renowned for their valor and chivalry in warfare.

(ii) Which dynasty was a great patron of art and learning, known for centers like Nalanda and Vikramasila?
(a) Gurjara-Pratiharas
(b) Pala dynasty
(c) Rashtrakutas
(d) Chahamanas
Ans: (b)
The Pala dynasty was a great patron of art and learning, with famous centers like Nalanda and Vikramasila.

(iii) Who was the Afghan ruler known for launching raids into India and acquiring wealth?
(a) Mahmud of Ghazni
(b) Muhammad Ghori
(c) Alauddin Khilji
(d) Babur
Ans: (a)
Mahmud of Ghazni was an Afghan ruler known for launching a series of raids into India to acquire wealth.

(iv) What architectural wonder was built by the Rashtrakutas at Ellora?
(a) Red Fort
(b) Qutub Minar
(c) Kailasa temple
(d) Hawa Mahal
Ans: (c)
The Rashtrakutas built the rock-cut Kailasa temple at Ellora.

(v) What was the outcome of the Second Battle of Tarain for Prithviraj Chauhan?
(a) Victory
(b) Defeat
(c) Truce
(d) Stalemate
Ans: (b)
Prithviraj Chauhan was defeated in the Second Battle of Tarain, which led to the establishment of the Delhi Sultanate.

Q2: Fill in the blanks

(i) The Gurjara-Pratiharas successfully defended against ____________ invaders.
Ans: Arab
The Gurjara-Pratiharas successfully defended against Arab invaders.

(ii) The kingdom was divided into bhuktis and ____________.
Ans: vishyas
The kingdom was divided into bhuktis and vishyas.

(iii) The Pala dynasty ruled over ____________ India.
Ans: eastern
The Pala dynasty ruled over eastern India.

(iv) Mahmud of Ghazni launched raids into India between ____________ and ____________.
Ans: 1000, 1026
Mahmud of Ghazni launched raids into India between 1000 and 1026 CE.

(v) The Second Battle of Tarain marked the defeat of Prithviraj Chauhan by ____________.
Ans: Muhammad Ghori
The Second Battle of Tarain marked the defeat of Prithviraj Chauhan by Muhammad Ghori.

Q3: Match the Column (In a Table)

Ans:

Q4: True or False

(i) The Rajputs were known for their expertise in trade.
Ans: False
The Rajputs were known for their courage and chivalry in warfare, not for trade.

(ii) The Pala dynasty ruled over western India.
Ans: False
The Pala dynasty ruled over eastern India.

(iii) Mahmud of Ghazni was an Afghan ruler known for launching raids into India.
Ans: True
Mahmud of Ghazni was an Afghan ruler known for launching raids into India.

(iv) The Kailasa temple was built by the Gurjara-Pratiharas.
Ans: False
The Kailasa temple was built by the Rashtrakutas.

(v) Prithviraj Chauhan emerged victorious in the Second Battle of Tarain.
Ans: False
Prithviraj Chauhan was defeated in the Second Battle of Tarain.