Practice “a Cherry That Will Drop Into Our Mouth One Day” (2.2.1) - Rebels and the Raj The Revolt of 1857 and Its Representations
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“A cherry that will drop into our mouth one day”

Practice - “A cherry that will drop into our mouth one day”

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What metaphor did Lord Dalhousie use to describe Awadh?

💡 Hint: Think about the context of British control.

Question 2 Easy

Who was deposed during the annexation of Awadh?

💡 Hint: Recall the influence of this ruler on the region.

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Question 1

What outcry did the annexation of Awadh cause among the people?

Joy and celebration
Grief and resistance
Indifference

💡 Hint: Consider how leadership impacts public sentiment.

Question 2

True or False: The British believed that Wajid Ali Shah was an unpopular ruler.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about historical narratives vs reality.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss the long-term implications of the annexation of Awadh on subsequent Indian society and governance.

💡 Hint: Consider the broader impact on both social and economic norms.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze how the British perception of Indian rulers contributed to the downfall of their regime during the revolt of 1857.

💡 Hint: Explore the role of cultural values in shaping public perception.

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