The Sangam Age refers to a period of ancient Tamil history and literature that is believed to have spanned from around 300 BCE to 300 CE. It is named after the Sangam, which was a gathering or assembly of Tamil poets and scholars who contributed to the development of Tamil literature during this time.
Here are some MCQs on The Sangam Age
1. Which period is referred to as the Sangam Age?
a) 500 BCE – 300 CE
b) 1000 BCE – 500 BCE
c) 300 CE – 1000 CE
d) 2000 BCE – 1500 BCE
2. The Sangam literature was composed in which language?
a) Sanskrit
b) Pali
c) Tamil
d) Prakrit
3. The term “Sangam” refers to:
a) Gathering of poets
b) Assembly of rulers
c) Religious festival
d) Trading center
4. The Sangam literature is divided into how many books?
a) 2
b) 3
c) 5
d) 7
5. The main theme of the Sangam literature is:
a) Love and war
b) Mythology and religion
c) Philosophy and ethics
d) Politics and governance
