History Quiz

What is the purpose of studying history?

• To study animals

• To learn about space

• To predict the future

• To understand the present

Where was writing first developed?

• India

• Mesopotamia

• China

• Egypt

Which period of history came after the medieval period?

• Pre-historic period

• Contemporary period

• Ancient period

• Modern period

Which king was noted for peace and prosperity in India?

• Harshavardhana

• Akbar

• Ashoka

• Shivaji

When did India gain independence from British rule?

• 1947

• 1857

• 1900

• 2000

What is another name for India derived from an ancient emperor?

• China

• Bharat

• Russia

• Australia

Early humans used to make stone tools to:

• hunt animals.

• cut leaves and plants to make clothes and shelter

• draw on the cave walls

• All of these.