Tansen's Gift Quiz

What was Tansen known for in the northern region of the Indian subcontinent?

• Being a skilled hunter

• Being a composer, musician, instrumentalist, and vocalist

• Being a powerful emperor

• Being a famous painter

What unique ability was attributed to Tansen's songs according to the text?

• They could make people dance uncontrollably

• They could summon all the animals of the forest

• They could change the weather

• They could make people invisible

How did Emperor Akbar react when he first heard Tansen's voice?

• He was brought to tears

• He fell asleep

• He ordered Tansen to be arrested

• He ignored Tansen

What effect did Tansen's music have on a Bengal tiger according to the story?

• The tiger became aggressive

• The tiger danced

• The tiger appeared soothed and calm

• The tiger ran away

What led to the jealousy among the other Jewels of the Crown towards Tansen?

• Tansen's wealth

• Tansen's decision to leave the kingdom

• The attention Tansen received from the emperor

• Tansen's refusal to perform

What was the consequence of singing Deepak Raga as believed in Tansen's time?

• The singer would gain immense wealth.

• The singer's body would be consumed by fire.

• The singer would become the king's favorite.

• The singer would lose their voice permanently.

Why did Emperor Akbar order Tansen to sing Deepak Raga despite the risks?

• To challenge Tansen's loyalty.

• To entertain the royal guests.

• To test the myth about Deepak Raga.

• To prove his advisors wrong.

What unusual event occurred when Tansen sang Deepak Raga?

• It started to rain heavily.

• The lamps on the walls flared up.

• All the flowers in the garden wilted.

• The audience fell asleep.

What did Tansen wear to potentially counteract the effects of singing Deepak Raga?

• A special crown given by the emperor.

• A garland of flowers known to bring rain.

• A robe woven with gold threads.

• A ring blessed by priests.

What was the reaction of the emperor after Tansen sang Deepak Raga?

• He was angry and banished Tansen.

• He was indifferent and dismissed the court.

• He was relieved and showered Tansen with gifts.

• He was sad and ordered a day of mourning.