Ancient Indus Valley Civilization

What modern-day countries were part of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• India and China

• Pakistan and India

• Egypt and Mesopotamia

• Afghanistan and Iran

What were some modern conveniences found in the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Air-conditioned homes and flush toilets

• Electricity and internet

• Cars and airplanes

• Television and smartphones

What is the name of the first site excavated by archaeologists in the Indus Valley?

• Harappa

• Mohenjo-daro

• Ganges River

• Himalaya Mountains

What is the main river in the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Nile River

• Amazon River

• Indus River

• Ganges River

What crops did the Harappan people grow?

• Wheat, rice, and dates

• Corn, potatoes, and tomatoes

• Apples, oranges, and bananas

• Cabbage, carrots, and broccoli

What evidence suggests that the Indus Valley Civilization had trade with Mesopotamia?

• Indus Valley seals found in Mesopotamia

• Bronze statues found in Mesopotamia

• Indus Valley language spoken in Mesopotamia

• Indus Valley pottery found in Mesopotamia

What is the main mystery surrounding the Indus Valley Civilization?

• The disappearance of the people

• The construction of pyramids

• The invention of writing

• The discovery of unicorns

What is the purpose of the great bath in Mohenjo-daro?

• Public bathing area

• Religious cleansing place

• Community pool

• All of the above

What material were the homes in the Indus Valley made of?

• Wood

• Stone

• Bricks

• Metal

What is the most popular theory about the disappearance of the Indus Valley people?

• Killed by outside invaders

• Spread of disease

• Natural disaster

• Migration to the Ganges River