Social Science STD 6 Chapter 1: Let's Know the History
1. Choose the correct alternative and write the correct answer:
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1. In ancient times man used to write on which thing?Answer: (C) Inner bark of tree
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2. Which of the following is not a source to know history?Answer: (D) Vehicle
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3. Which of the following writings last longer?Answer: (A) Record
2. Answer the following questions in short:
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1. Explain the meaning of B.C.B.C. stands for Before Christ. It refers to the years before the birth of Jesus Christ.
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2. Explain the meaning of A.D.A.D. stands for Anno Domini, which is a Latin term meaning "in the year of the Lord." It refers to the years after the birth of Jesus Christ.
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3. Which is the oldest coin of India?The oldest coins found in India are the Panchmark coins from the 5th century B.C.
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4. Which are the sources to know history?The sources for knowing history include manuscripts written on palm leaves (Tadpatra) and birch bark (Bhojpatra), inscriptions carved on stone and metal, copper plates, and coins. Other sources are artifacts found by archaeologists and accounts from travelers.
3. Answer the following questions by matching 'A' with correct information given in 'B'
| A | B | Answer |
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| 1. Record | (e) text engraved on stone or metal | 1 - e |
| 2. Bhojpatra | (c) bark of a birch tree | 2 - c |
| 3. Tamrapatra | (d) text engraved on copper plate | 3 - d |
| 4. B.C. | (a) Before birth of Christ | 4 - a |
| 5. A.D. | (b) Anno domini | 5 - b |