Total Marks: 20
Attempt all questions.
Q1: What is the name of the fort shown in the newspaper? (1 Mark)
Ans: It is the Maheshwar Fort, also called Ahilya Fort.
Q2: Who built the Maheshwar Fort? (1 Mark)
Ans: Queen Ahilya Bai built the fort.
Q3: From which two places were the special red stones brought? (1 Mark)
Ans: They were brought from Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Q4: Where is Maheshwar located? (1 Mark)
a) 95 kilometres from Indore
b) 10 kilometres from Mumbai
c) 50 kilometres from Delhi
d) 100 kilometres from Chennai
Ans: a) 95 kilometres from Indore
Q5: What family did Queen Ahilya Bai belong to? (1 Mark)
Ans: She belonged to the Holkar family.
Q6: True or False: The fort was built on a hill overlooking the Narmada River. (1 Mark)
Ans: True.
Q7: What material are Maheshwari sarees made from? (1 Mark)
Ans: They are made from cotton and silk.
Q8: What does the word "fort" mean? (1 Mark)
Ans: It means a strong building used for protection.
Q9: In two sentences, describe why Aarav and Ananya were excited after seeing the fort in the newspaper. (2 Marks)
Ans: They were excited to learn that the beautiful fort was built by a queen. They became curious to know more about Queen Ahilya Bai and her grand fort.
Q10: Explain in two sentences how Queen Ahilya Bai cared for her people. (2 Marks)
Ans: Queen Ahilya Bai built temples, schools, and wells to help improve people's lives. She was known for her kindness and wisdom as a ruler.
Q11: In two sentences, describe what Chachi tells the children about the fort's view. (2 Marks)
Ans: Chachi says the fort overlooks the town of Maheshwar on one side. On the other side, it gives a stunning view of the Narmada River.
Q12: Write three to four sentences describing the features of Maheshwar Fort. (3 Marks)
Ans: Maheshwar Fort has unique overhanging balconies that look like they are floating in the air. It was built on a hill so the queen could watch over her whole kingdom. The fort is made of special red stones from Gujarat and Rajasthan. It also has grand staircases and nearby temples that add to its beauty.
Q13: In three to four sentences, explain the moral of the story. (3 Marks)
Ans: The story teaches us to be curious about history and learn about great people like Ahilya Bai. It reminds us that rulers who care for their people leave a lasting impact. Visiting historical places helps us understand our past better. The story encourages us to appreciate and protect our heritage.
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