Ancient Indus Valley Civilization Quiz

What is the ancient civilization called that existed in the Indus Valley?

• Harappan Civilization

• Indus Valley Civilization

• Mesopotamian Civilization

• Egyptian Civilization

Which river flows through the Indus Valley?

• Nile River

• Tigris River

• Indus River

• Euphrates River

What modern-day countries are part of the Indus Valley?

• Bangladesh and Nepal

• India and China

• Pakistan and Afghanistan

• India and Pakistan

What were the main crops grown by the Harappan people?

• Wheat, rice, dates, and cotton

• Barley, oats, rye, and flax

• Corn, potatoes, tomatoes, and beans

• Rice, soybeans, tea, and spices

What evidence suggests that the Indus Valley people traded with Mesopotamia?

• Indus Valley jewelry found in Mesopotamia

• Indus Valley weapons found in Mesopotamia

• Indus Valley pottery found in Mesopotamia

• Indus Valley seals found in Mesopotamia

What is the main mystery surrounding the Indus Valley Civilization?

• The discovery of bronze

• The invention of writing

• The construction of pyramids

• The disappearance of the people

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

• Religious cleansing place

• Public bathing area

• Community pool

• All of the above

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

• Killed by outside invaders

• Wiped out by a disease

• Forced to leave due to a natural disaster

• Migrated to the Ganges River

What specialized skills did the Harappan people have?

• Farming and pottery

• Weaving and carpentry

• Painting and sculpture

• Metalworking and jewelry making

What animal is commonly depicted on the Indus Valley seals?

• Dragons

• Lions

• Elephants

• Unicorns