CBSE Class 7 Social Science New Beginnings Cities and States (Class 7 NCERT New) Quiz 4

1. Assertion (A): Every mahajanapada had a capital city. Reason (R): The capital was the administrative centre of the kingdom. Choose the correct option:

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

2. Why is the map of the mahājanapadas important?

A It helps us understand the location and extent of the ancient kingdoms. B It shows the exact boundaries of ancient kingdoms. C It provides information about modern trade routes. D It highlights the capitals of modern cities.

3. Why were capitals important in ancient kingdoms?

A They were centers of administration, trade, defense, and governance. B They were used only for religious purposes. C They were locations for storing ancient artifacts. D They were places where only kings lived.

4. Why are the borders shown as approximate on the map of ancient kingdoms?

A Ancient boundaries changed over time, and exact borders are not always known. B Ancient maps were destroyed over time. C Ancient kingdoms did not have any borders. D Ancient maps were drawn inaccurately.

5. Assertion (A): The map gives approximate borders. Reason (R): The exact boundaries of ancient kingdoms are difficult to determine. Which of the following is correct?

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

6. What is the capital of Magadha?

A Rajagriha B Champa C Kaushambi D Takshashila

7. Which mahajanapada had Champa as its capital?

A Anga B Vatsa C Gandhara D Magadha

8. Which capital belonged to Gandhara?

A Takshashila B Rajagriha C Kaushambi D Champa

9. What information does the map of the mahajanapadas provide?

A Names, locations, and capitals of the sixteen mahajanapadas along with their approximate boundaries B Details about the rulers of the mahajanapadas C Information about trade routes only D A list of kingdoms without geographical details

10. Why are maps important for historians?

A They help study the geographical spread of kingdoms, trade routes, and political boundaries B They provide information about ancient languages C They show the population of ancient kingdoms D They depict the cultural practices of ancient civilizations