Test: Who Will Be Ningthou? - Class 5 MCQ

The eldest brother among the options provided is Sanajaoba, which corresponds to option C.

Manipur is situated in the north-eastern region of India, bordered by:

• Nagaland to the north,
• Mizoram to the south, and
• Assam to the west.

It is one of the Seven Sister States in the Northeast, known for its:

• diverse culture
• natural landscapes

The correct answer is D, Sanatombi. At the conclusion of the story, Sanatombi ascends to the throne because she demonstrates qualities of kindness and fairness. This makes her the most suitable candidate for the role of queen.

Other potential heirs face various challenges, such as:

• Health issues that prevent them from ruling effectively.
• Personal conflicts that hinder their ability to lead.

Sanatombi's leadership qualities and benevolent nature are key factors that contribute to her becoming the queen.

The term 'Phajei' is an expression used to convey admiration or appreciation, similar to 'Wonderful!' in English.

Among the options provided:

• Option C ('Wonderful! Wonderful!') accurately captures the meaning of the phrase.
• The other options do not align with the context or common usage of 'Phajei.'

Therefore, the correct answer is C.

The question asks about the nature of Sanatombi as a child. The options provided are 'Loving' and 'Kind', both of which are positive traits.

Since both:

• A ('Loving') describes Sanatombi accurately,
• B ('Kind') also describes Sanatombi accurately.

The correct answer is C ('All of the above'). This option encompasses both qualities, making it the most comprehensive choice.

The official language of Manipur is Meitei, also known as Manipuri.  It is a Sino-Tibetan language and one of the 22 official languages of India.  Meitei is the lingua franca of Manipur, spoken by 53% of the state's population.  It is also spoken in the neighboring states of Assam and Tripura. 

The word 'triumphantly' refers to the manner in which something is done with a sense of victory or success. It is an adverb that describes actions carried out with the confidence and pride associated with achieving triumph.

For example:

• She sang triumphantly. This indicates she performed with the joy and confidence of someone who has won or succeeded.

The king wanted a fair method to choose his future successor and believed that physical ability was crucial. He decided on a horse-racing competition, where the winner would be chosen based on their riding skills.

The phrase 'Shagol thauba nupa!' translates to 'Such fine horsemen!'. This translation captures the essence of the original expression, which praises the skill and appearance of horsemen.

The term 'shagol' refers to:

• Horses
• Horsemanship

Meanwhile, 'thauba nupa' conveys admiration for:

• Finery
• Prowess

Therefore, option B is the correct choice as it accurately reflects both components of the phrase.

The correct answer is Kangleipak, as it was the ancient name for the region in Manipur where the:

• Ningthou traditionally ruled.
• Leima traditionally ruled.