Harappan Civilization Quiz

What natural disasters led to the decline of the Harappan Civilization?

• Earthquakes

• Tornadoes

• Volcanic eruptions

• Floods

Around what time did the strong earthquakes shake the area of the Harappan Civilization?

• 3000-2500 B.C.

• 500-200 B.C.

• 2000-1500 B.C.

• 1000-500 B.C.

What river dried up due to the earthquakes, causing problems for the Harappans?

• Saraswati River

• Ganges River

• Indus River

• Yamuna River

Where did many people have to flee to due to the earthquakes?

• Deserts

• Mountains

• Other cities

• Islands

What was the main river that the Harappans relied on heavily?

• Yamuna River

• Ganges River

• Saraswati River

• Indus River

What caused the Saraswati River to dry up?

• Earthquakes

• Drought

• Deforestation

• Pollution

What was the main reason for the decline of the Harappan Civilization?

• Natural disasters

• Economic collapse

• Invasion by foreign armies

• Disease outbreak