Grade: 8

Subject: History
Revision Sheet-
Topic-The age of Revolution, The American Civil war, Decline of the Mughal
Empire.
Answer The following Questions in Brief-
a. Why did the southern states secede from the Union to form the Confederate States of
America?
b. What was the Jagirdari crisis that led to the decline of the Mughal Empire?
c. Describe the failures of Aurangzeb in his long rule as Mughal Empire.
d. Make a list of the plunder amassed by Nadir Shah in his raid of North India.
e. The division between the Mughal Court after the death of Aurangzeb greatly undermined the
prestige and authority of Mughal Empire.
f. What are the Evils of Capitalism?
g. Trade Unions are an important factor in the lives of working classes. Give Reasons.
h. In what way American Revolution influence the Indian Constitution.
i. Discuss the Incident Boston Tea party in brief.
j. Give brief account of the course of The American Civil War.