I can really only reliably answer one of these questions.
Monks are very popular, as well as very powerful. A lot of people consider them to be OP in the Velious expansion.
They are probably the best melee option when considering a good all-arounder class.
That being said - melee in general isn't the most ideal class choice as your beginning starter class.
Don't get me wrong, it's absolutely fine to do so - but you might ease into EQ faster and smoother with a caster class.
Another head's up, people typically expect Monks to pull mobs for the group - so it's usually good to know the zones you're in.
I started EQ playing a Rogue, who happens to be the worst solo class in the game. I didn't know that at the time and I think I would have done something for my main if I could do it over again.
You'll most likely end up playing a lot of different classes though, so not a big deal.
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