CBSE Class 7 Social Science The Rise of Empires (Class 7 NCERT New) Quiz 6

1. What was the primary purpose of Ashoka's edicts?

A To promote trade B To document historical events C To spread Buddhism D To establish military dominance

2. Which of the following was a major architectural achievement during the Mauryan period?

A Development of the Parthenon B Building of the Ashokan stupas C Creation of the Colosseum D Construction of the Great Wall

3. It is now:

A Mughal's pillar B India’s National place C India’s National Emblem D All of these

4. (Pic: Map of Maurya Empire) – The capital shown at the centre is:

A Mathura B Kanauj C Pataliputra D Gandhara

5. (Pic: Stupa at Sanchi) – The big dome (anda) symbolizes what?

A Universe B Madhya Pradesh C Earth D Star

6. What was the primary purpose of the Ashokan edicts?

A To declare war on neighboring kingdoms B To document military victories C To promote moral and ethical governance D To establish trade routes

7. Which of the following statements about the Mauryan Empire is true?

A It lasted for over a thousand years B It was known for its democratic governance C It was primarily a maritime empire D It was the first empire to unify India

8. Looking at the many challenges involved in managing an empire, why should a king be so keen to expand his kingdom into an empire and become an emperor?

A An ambition to ‘rule the entire world’, a metaphor for controlling large territories and ensuring that they would be remembered for posterity B A wish to bring large areas under control and gain access to their resources to build economic and military strength C A desire for great wealth for himself and for the empire

9. Which is stronger, life or death?

A Life B Death

10. How can a man be most loved?

A If he is most powerful and yet does not inspire fear B If he is wealthy C If he is wise