Social Science STD 6 Chapter Chapter 2 : Journey From Primitive Man to Settled Life - Exercises

Social Science STD 6 Chapter Chapter 2 : Journey From Primitive Man to Settled Life - Exercises

1. Choose the correct alternative and write the correct answer:
  • 1. How was primitive man's life?
    Answer: (A) Nomadic life
  • 2. Which weapon was not used by primitive man to hunt animals?
    Answer: (A) Gun
  • 3. In which state is Bhimbetka situated?
    Answer: (A) Madhya Pradesh
  • 4. Which activities were not started by primitive man?
    Answer: (D) Industries
2. Answer the following questions in short:
  • 1. Why did the need for settled life arise?
    The need for a settled life arose because primitive people started growing crops, which required them to stay in one place to water, care for, and harvest the plants. The end of their nomadic lifestyle led to changes in their food habits, clothes, and shelter.
  • 2. Which types of changes are brought by the use of fire in human life?
    The use of fire revolutionized human life by allowing them to cook meat, get light, and protect themselves from wild animals.
  • 3. Which type of crops were grown by primitive man?
    Primitive people grew crops such as wheat, barley, and other grains.
  • 4. Which animals were reared by primitive man?
    Primitive people reared animals such as dogs, sheep, goats, cows, buffaloes, and pigs. The dog was their first companion.
3. State whether the following statements are True or False:
  • 1. Primitive man started rearing violent animals, with the beginning of settled life.
    Answer: False
  • 2. Stone implements were used in the Stone age.
    Answer: True
  • 3. Primitive man has drawn pictures of lion and tiger in Bhimbetka.
    Answer: False
  • 4. Natural colours have been used in caves of Bhimbetka to draw pictures.
    Answer: True