CLASS-XII QUIZ 5 : HISTORY LESSON 5 : THROUGH THE EYES OF TRAVELLERS

THROUGH THE EYES OF TRAVELLERS QUIZ

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41. Which language did Ibn Battuta primarily use to document his travels?

A) Persian B) Arabic C) Turkish D) Urdu

42. What was François Bernier's profession during his stay in India?

A) Diplomat B) Doctor C) Historian D) Merchant

43. Who among the following was associated with translating Sanskrit works into Arabic?

A) François Bernier B) Al-Biruni C) Ibn Battuta D) Marco Polo

44. Which Mughal city did Bernier describe as rich in gold and precious stones?

A) Delhi B) Agra C) Surat D) Lahore

45. What was a common topic of interest for European travelers in India?

A) Scientific progress B) Religious practices C) Warfare and defense D) Language diversity

46. Which traveler compared Indian cities with European cities?

A) Marco Polo B) François Bernier C) Ibn Battuta D) Al-Biruni

47. Which Indian produce did Ibn Battuta mention was highly exported?

A) Wheat B) Cotton textiles C) Spices D) Timber

48. What significant measure did the Mughal state take to facilitate trade?

A) Built roads and guest houses B) Reduced taxes on trade C) Established international trade agreements D) Used sea routes extensively

49. How did Bernier describe the condition of peasants in India?

A) Prosperous and thriving B) Oppressed and impoverished C) Well-organized D) Content and satisfied

50. Who accompanied Ibn Battuta on his journey from Tangier to India?

A) His family B) A caravan C) He traveled alone D) Fellow pilgrims