12/16/24 Harappa/Mohenjo-Daro Flashcard

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How did we first learn of Harappa and Mohenjo Daro? Options: Their skeletons, Artifacts and ruins, Mummified remains, Their gods

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Artifacts and ruins

Answer explanation

We first learned of Harappa and Mohenjo Daro through the discovery of artifacts and ruins, which provided insights into the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, rather than through skeletons, mummified remains, or their gods.

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What river did Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro use?

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Indus

Answer explanation

Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro, two major cities of the Indus Valley Civilization, were located along the Indus River, which provided water for agriculture and trade, making it essential for their development.

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What was the biggest help in surviving in Harappa and Mohenjo Daro? Hunting, Wars, A river, Gods and goddesses

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A river

Answer explanation

The biggest help in surviving in Harappa and Mohenjo Daro was a river. Rivers provided essential water for drinking, agriculture, and trade, which were crucial for sustaining life in these ancient civilizations.

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Did Harrapans have the ability to meet up with other civilizations?

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Yes

Answer explanation

Yes, the Harrapans had trade links and interactions with other civilizations, such as Mesopotamia, evidenced by archaeological findings and artifacts, indicating their ability to meet and engage with other cultures.

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What did the Harrappans primarily do with other civilizations they encountered?

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Trade

Answer explanation

The Harrappans primarily engaged in trade with other civilizations they encountered, exchanging goods and resources, which facilitated cultural and economic interactions rather than conflict or conquest.

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Harappa created India's first...

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Writing system

Answer explanation

Harappa is known for creating the first writing system in India, which was crucial for communication and record-keeping in the ancient civilization. The other options do not accurately represent Harappa's contributions.

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What is true about Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro?

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They were both well-organized

Answer explanation

Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro were both part of the Indus Valley Civilization, known for their advanced urban planning and organization. They shared similar architectural styles and city layouts, indicating a high level of societal organization.

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What were most of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro's buildings made out of?

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Mud bricks

Answer explanation

Most buildings in Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro were made of mud bricks, which were a common construction material in the Indus Valley Civilization, allowing for durable and well-structured homes.

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What did the Harappans use to dispose of waste?

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The first plumbing and sewer systems

Answer explanation

The Harappans are known for their advanced urban planning, which included the first plumbing and sewer systems. This innovation allowed them to effectively manage waste disposal, making it the correct answer.

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How did we learn that Harappans used wheeled vehicles?

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Statue of an animal pulling a cart

Answer explanation

We learned that Harappans used wheeled vehicles from the statue of an animal pulling a cart, which provides visual evidence of their use of such vehicles in their society.