Question 1

The Portuguese were the ……………in this endeavour followed by the Dutch.French and the English, all followed a sea route to reach Kerala and landed on the Kerala coast and built their settlements here.

Accepted Answer

The Portuguese were the first Europeans to find a sea route to India, reaching Kerala in 1498 under the leadership of Vasco da Gama, followed by other European powers like the Dutch, French, and English.

Question 2

The Arabian Sea had been the field of activity for the Kunjalis, the Admirals of the …………..fleet.

Accepted Answer

The Kunjalis were the Admirals of the Calicut fleet, playing a significant role in the naval defense against Portuguese attempts to control the sea routes in the Arabian Sea during the 16th century.

Question 3

Kabini, Bhavani and Pampar are …………flowing rivers in the state.

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

The Periyar flood of ………….. made Muziris useless for trade and brought in to existence the Vaipin Island.

Accepted Answer

The Periyar flood of 1341 made Muziris useless for trade and led to the creation of the Vaipin Island. This event significantly altered the geography of the region and impacted the ancient port city of Muziris, which was an important center for trade in the ancient world.

Question 5

The Periyar flood of 1341 made …………..useless for trade and brought in to existence the Vaipin Island.

Accepted Answer

The Periyar flood of 1341 made Muziris useless for trade and led to the creation of the Vypin Island. Muziris was an ancient seaport and urban center on the Malabar Coast that was a major center of trade between the Roman Empire and the region. The flood altered the course of the Periyar river and the geography of the region, which in turn affected the port's accessibility and utility for trade.

Question 6

The flood of …………… in the Periyar river forced Tippu Sultan to abandon his further conquest of Thiruvitamkur.

Accepted Answer

The flood of 1789 in the Periyar river forced Tippu Sultan to abandon his further conquest of Thiruvitamkur. This event is a historical fact related to the military campaigns of Tippu Sultan, the ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore.

Question 7

Several places of historical and cultural importance are located on the riverbanks.We have Chittur, Palakkad, Thiruvillamala, Pattambi, Thirunavaya and Chamravattam are on the banks of…………...

Accepted Answer

Chittur, Palakkad, Thiruvillamala, Pattambi, Thirunavaya, and Chamravattam are all located on the banks of the Bharathapuzha River, which is one of the major rivers in Kerala, India.

Question 8

Aanmala, Sabarimala, Chengannur, Maramon, Edathwa are on the banks of…………….

Accepted Answer

These places are located on the banks of the Pamba River in Kerala, India. The Pamba River is considered sacred and is closely associated with the Sabarimala temple pilgrimage.

Question 9

The hydro-electric projects like Pallivasal, Sengulam, Peringal kuthu and Sabarigiri have quickened the .....................of Kerala.

Accepted Answer

The hydro-electric projects mentioned are significant for generating electricity, which is a crucial factor in industrial development. Thus, they have quickened the industrialization of Kerala by providing the necessary power for industries to operate efficiently.

Question 10

The Nila river, popularly known as………………….

Accepted Answer

The Nila river is popularly known as Bharatapuzha. It is one of the major rivers in Kerala, India, and is the second-longest river in the state.

Question 11

On both banks of the river……………., there are famous temples like Tirunavaya, Sukapuram, Panniyur, Tripangode, Tiruvillamala, and Kalpathi.

Accepted Answer

The river mentioned is Nila, also known as Bharathapuzha. It is known for its cultural significance in Kerala, India, and the temples listed are located along its banks.

Question 12

Innumerable literary souls lived on the banks of ………….-Ezhuttachan who lived in Chittur and Tirur.

Accepted Answer

Ezhuttachan, known as the father of the Malayalam language, lived on the banks of the Nila (Bharathapuzha) river, which significantly influenced his literary works.

Question 13

………………….lived in Lakkidi.

Accepted Answer

Kunchan Nambiar, a renowned Malayalam poet and the inventor of the Thullal art form, is known to have lived in Lakkidi.

Question 14

Puntanam and Melputhur lived in ……………….

Accepted Answer

Puntanam and Melputhur are located in Kutallur.

Question 15

…………………..lived in Kumaranallur

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

The ………………..Lake is the largest lake in Kerala extending from the south up to Kochi.

Accepted Answer

Vembanad Lake is the largest lake in Kerala, extending from the south of the state up to Kochi. It is known for its vast expanse and is a significant location for backwater tourism in Kerala.

Question 17

The …………….Lake is the one and the only one fresh water lake in Kerala.

Accepted Answer

Sasthamkotta Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Kerala, making it the only one of its kind in the state.

Question 18

The epoch making discovery of South West monsoon by Hippalus, the ……………..pilot in 45 AD facilitated the direct see voyage from the Persian gulf to Kerala.

Accepted Answer

Hippalus was a Greek (Hellenistic) pilot and navigator who is credited with the discovery of the direct route from the Red Sea to India using the monsoon winds, around 45 AD. However, the options do not include "Greek" or "Hellenistic," and among the given choices, "Egyptian" is the closest, considering that Egypt was a significant part of the Hellenistic world after the conquests of Alexander the Great and the establishment of the Ptolemaic dynasty.

Question 19

…………..retreated from his conquest of Travancore due to the Periyar flood in 1789.

Accepted Answer

Tippu Sultan retreated from his conquest of Travancore due to the Periyar flood in 1789, which significantly hindered his military campaign.

Question 20

It was the demand for spices, especially …………..that brought the Europeans to Kerala, leading to the Da Gama Epoch of Asiatic History.

Accepted Answer

The demand for spices, particularly pepper, was a significant factor that attracted Europeans to Kerala, marking the beginning of the Da Gama Epoch in Asiatic history. Pepper, often referred to as "black gold," was highly valued in Europe for its use in cuisine and preservation, leading to the exploration and eventual European presence in India.

Quiz 2: Tracing Keralas History and Culture Through Its Rivers and Lakes