CBSE Class 7 Social Science New Beginnings Cities and States (Class 7 NCERT New) Quiz 10

1. Assertion (A): Most mahajanapadas were monarchies. Reason (R): The rāja was the highest authority. Choose the correct option:

A A. Both A and R are true, and R correctly explains A B B. Both are true, but R is not the explanation C C. A is true, R is false D D. A is false, R is true

2. Why is a monarchy called a hereditary system?

A Because the king is elected by the assembly. B Because the position of the king usually passed from father to son. C Because the king is chosen by the citizens. D Because the king is selected by the army.

3. Why did kings collect taxes?

A To distribute wealth among citizens. B To run the government, maintain the army, and build fortifications. C To fund public celebrations. D To increase their personal wealth.

4. Why are Vajji and Malla considered early republics?

A Because they were ruled by kings. B Because important decisions were taken by the assembly, and the ruler was selected by its members. C Because they had a hereditary monarchy. D Because they were governed by military leaders.

5. What does the term New Beginnings refer to?

A End of kingdoms B Rise of new cities and states C Foreign invasions D Decline of trade

6. Which period saw the rise of new cities and states in India?

A Ancient period B Early medieval period C Modern period D Prehistoric period

7. What was a major reason for the growth of new cities?

A Decline in population B Increase in trade C Lack of resources D Isolation

8. Who established new states during this period?

A Farmers B Traders C Rulers and kings D Artisans

9. What role did trade play in city development?

A It reduced population B It slowed growth C It encouraged expansion D It had no effect

10. What were mandis?

A Temples B Markets C Schools D Palaces