Leaders and Events of the 1857 Revolt

Leaders and Events of the 1857 Revolt

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video covers the Revolt of 1857, highlighting its start, spread, and significance as the first war of Indian independence. It includes a personal account by Hari Shankar, a sepoy, detailing the events and motivations behind the revolt. The narrative describes the widespread dissatisfaction with British rule, the pivotal role of Mangal Pandey, and the involvement of key leaders like Nana Sahib and Rani Laxmi Bai. The revolt's impact on British rule and the emergence of new leaders are also discussed.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Revolt of 1857 also known as?

The Great Rebellion

The Sepoy Mutiny

The First War of Indian Independence

The British Uprising

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the young sepoy that initiated the revolt by attacking his officers?

Rani Laxmi Bai

Bahadur Shah Zafar

Mangal Pandey

Nana Sahib

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the sepoys' anger that led to the revolt?

Seizure of land

High taxes

Lack of promotions

Use of greased cartridges

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Mughal Emperor was persuaded to lead the revolt?

Aurangzeb

Shah Jahan

Bahadur Shah Zafar

Akbar II

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which city was the first to be freed from British control during the revolt?

Kanpur

Delhi

Lucknow

Jhansi

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the leader in Kanpur during the revolt?

Tantia Tope

Nana Sahib

Begum Hazrat Mahal

Rani Laxmi Bai

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which female leader played a significant role in the revolt in Jhansi?

Sarojini Naidu

Rani Laxmi Bai

Indira Gandhi

Begum Hazrat Mahal

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