Ancient History Chapter 2

Ancient History Chapter 2

12th Grade

30 Qs

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Ancient History Chapter 2

Ancient History Chapter 2

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12th Grade

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30 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was *not* a language known to Al-Biruni?

Syriac

Sanskrit

Greek

Hebrew

Answer explanation

Al-Biruni was proficient in several languages, including Syriac, Sanskrit, and Hebrew. However, there is no evidence that he knew Greek, making it the correct answer as the language he did not know.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of Al-Biruni’s *Kitab-ul-Hind*?

To write poetry about Indian culture

To aid those who wanted to associate with or understand Hindus

To criticize Indian beliefs

To compile a travelogue of his journey

Answer explanation

Al-Biruni's *Kitab-ul-Hind* aimed to provide insights into Indian culture and beliefs, helping those who wished to understand or connect with Hindus, rather than criticizing or merely documenting his travels.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Ibn Battuta was appointed as a qazi in which of the following cities?

Multan

Ghazni

Delhi

Lahore

Answer explanation

Ibn Battuta was appointed as a qazi in Delhi during his travels in the 14th century. This position allowed him to influence legal matters in the region, highlighting the significance of Delhi in his journey.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

François Bernier visited India during the reign of which Mughal emperor?

Babur

Akbar

Shah Jahan

Aurangzeb

Answer explanation

François Bernier visited India during the reign of Aurangzeb, the last of the great Mughal emperors, known for his long rule and significant impact on the empire's administration and culture.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term “al-Hind” refer to in Persian and Arabic usage?

The religious beliefs of Hindus

A historical empire

The region east of the Indus River

A caste group in India

Answer explanation

The term "al-Hind" refers to the region east of the Indus River, historically encompassing parts of present-day India and Pakistan. It does not denote religious beliefs, an empire, or a caste group.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Al-Biruni was taken to Ghazni as a hostage after the invasion of Khwarizm by:

Genghis Khan

Sultan Mahmud

Muhammad Ghori

Alauddin Khalji

Answer explanation

Al-Biruni was taken to Ghazni as a hostage after the invasion of Khwarizm by Sultan Mahmud, who was a prominent ruler of the Ghaznavid Empire, known for his military campaigns and cultural patronage.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Ibn Battuta began his travels from which city?

Baghdad

Mecca

Cairo

Tangier

Answer explanation

Ibn Battuta began his travels from Tangier, which is located in present-day Morocco. This city served as his starting point before he embarked on his extensive journeys across the Islamic world and beyond.

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