Grade 6 History Chapter 2 Prehistoric Period Exercise

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Q.1 A) Write the names.

1. Plateau of India having black cotton soil __________.
Answer

Deccan Plateau

2. The region in India that is most favourable to agriculture __________.
Answer

The vast plateau of Central India and the Ganga–Yamuna delta

3. The period prior to the origin or development of scripts __________.
Answer

Prehistoric Period

4. The Archaeologist who discovered the site of Daimabad __________.
Answer

B. P. Bopardikar

Q.1 B) Match the pairs.

Group 'A' Group 'B'
1. Palaeolithic Age A) Large, sharp tools
2. Mesolithic Age B) Invention of the wheel
3. Neolithic Age C) Advancements in agricultural techniques
4. Chalcolithic Age D) Discovery of fire
Answer
1 D) Discovery of fire
2 A) Large, sharp tools
3 C) Advancements in agricultural techniques
4 B) Invention of the wheel

Q.2 A) Complete the following chart.

No. Features Mesolithic Age Neolithic Age
1 Habitation Caves Village settlements
2 Occupation Hunting, fishing and food gathering Agriculture, Animal Husbandry
3 Tools Microliths (small stone tools) Polished stone tools
4 Arts Cave paintings Painted pottery
5 Way of life Nomadic Settled

Q.2 B) State whether the following statements are True or False, and correct the incorrect statements.

1. Four bronze objects were found at Jorwe.
Answer

False

Correct statement: Four bronze objects were found at Daimabad.

2. The evidence of Jorwe culture was found at Nevasa for the first time.
Answer

False

Correct statement: The evidence of Jorwe culture was found at Jorwe for the first time.

3. The Chalcolithic culture of Inamgaon belongs to the early farmers in Maharashtra.
Answer

False

Correct statement: The Savalda culture belongs to the early farmers in Maharashtra.

Q.3 A) Answer the following questions.

1. How did the lifestyle of humans change during the Neolithic Age?
Answer
  1. Humans changed from a nomadic life to a settled life.
  2. They began living in villages instead of caves.
  3. Agriculture and animal husbandry became their main occupations.
  4. They started building houses and storing food.
  5. Polished stone tools were used for farming and daily work.
2. What are the key characteristics of the Chalcolithic Age?
Answer
  1. People used both copper and stone tools.
  2. Agriculture and animal husbandry became well developed.
  3. Permanent village settlements were established.
  4. Trade and various occupations developed.
  5. Painted pottery and other crafts flourished.

Q.3 B) Write two characteristics for each of the following ages.

1. Palaeolithic Age
Answer
  1. People lived in caves or on the branches of large trees and depended on hunting and food gathering.
  2. They used rough stone tools and discovered the use of fire.
2. Mesolithic Age
Answer
  1. People used small stone tools called microliths for hunting, fishing and food gathering.
  2. They lived in caves and temporary shelters, and began domesticating animals like dogs.

Q.4 Answer the following questions briefly.

1. If Neolithic humans had not made progress in agricultural technology, what would human life be like today? Justify your answer.
Suggested Answer

If Neolithic humans had not made progress in agricultural technology, people would still depend mainly on hunting and gathering food. Permanent settlements and villages might not have developed, and there would be no regular food production or storage. The growth of civilization, trade and many modern occupations would have been delayed.

2. Which techniques and arts were developed during the Neolithic Age that transformed the daily life of humans?
Answer
  1. Polished stone tools with handles were developed.
  2. Agriculture and animal husbandry became well developed.
  3. People learned pottery making and decorated earthen pots.
  4. Weaving of cloth and basket making developed.
  5. Wooden boats were used for travelling and transport.

Q.5

Suppose you wish to purchase a new house. What essential necessities would you consider before buying it?

E.g., Water supply
Suggested Answer
  • Water supply
  • Electricity supply
  • Good sanitation and drainage
  • Proper ventilation and sunlight
  • Safe surroundings
  • Nearby school, hospital and market
  • Road and transport facilities
  • Strong construction and sufficient space

Activity

1. Invite an artisan to your school and conduct an interview with him to understand the steps a skilled artisan follows while making pottery using a wheel. Try making a few items yourself.
Suggested Activity
  1. Meet a local potter or artisan.
  2. Observe how clay is prepared and placed on the wheel.
  3. Watch how different pots are shaped.
  4. Learn about drying, decorating and firing the pottery.
  5. Try making a simple clay item under the guidance of the artisan or teacher.
2. The geographical conditions play an important role in the development of our country. Write about it in your notebook with the help of the following points:

1. Mountain ranges in India
2. Rivers in India
3. Indian Coasts
Suggested Answer

1. Mountain Ranges in India

Mountain ranges influence the climate, protect the country from cold winds and help bring rainfall. They are also the source of many rivers.

2. Rivers in India

Rivers provide water for drinking, irrigation and industries. They make the land fertile and support agriculture and human settlements.

3. Indian Coasts

The Indian coasts encourage fishing, sea trade, tourism and the development of ports, contributing greatly to the country's economy.

Project

1. Mark the archaeological excavation sites in Maharashtra on a map of the state.
Suggested Project Guide

Mark these important archaeological sites on an outline map of Maharashtra:

  • Gangapur (Nashik)
  • Chirki–Nevasa
  • Patne (Jalgaon)
  • Daimabad
  • Jorwe
  • Nevasa
  • Inamgaon
  • Savalda
2. If I were the ‘Early Man’, where would I have lived? What would I have eaten? Present a skit or a role-play based on this theme.
Suggested Project

Sample Role-play:

Early Human: I live in a cave near a river because it keeps me safe from wild animals and bad weather.

Early Human: I eat fruits, roots, nuts, fish and meat obtained by hunting.

Early Human: I make simple tools from stone and wood to hunt animals and collect food.

Narrator: Early humans gradually learned farming, domesticated animals and later began living in permanent settlements.

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