Discovering Mohenjo Daro Quiz

What was Mohenjo Daro?

• A modern city in India

• An ancient Egyptian pyramid

• An ancient city of the Indus Valley civilization

• A medieval castle in Europe

When was Mohenjo Daro discovered?

• 1922

• 1820

• 1999

• 1500

What does "Mohenjo Daro" mean in English?

• City of the Dead

• Mound of the Dead

• Land of the Kings

• Garden of Flowers

Which river is Mohenjo Daro located near?

• Ganges

• Nile

• Indus

• Amazon

What is one of the most remarkable features of Mohenjo Daro?

• Skyscrapers

• Advanced drainage system

• Golden statues

• Large pyramids

What happened to Mohenjo Daro?

• It was destroyed by an earthquake

• It was abandoned for unknown reasons

• It was taken over by a neighboring civilization

• It is still a thriving city

What kind of government did Mohenjo Daro have?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Theocracy

• It is not clearly known

Which of the following was found in Mohenjo Daro that indicates the existence of a bath?

• A large public swimming pool

• A small fountain

• Great Bath

• Numerous private bathrooms

What kind of artifacts have been found in Mohenjo Daro?

• Only pottery

• Gold jewelry and pottery

• Stone tools and weapons

• Pottery, seals, jewelry, and toys

What is one theory about why Mohenjo Daro was abandoned?

• Invasion by aliens

• Natural disasters like floods or earthquakes

• A massive fire that destroyed the city

• Overpopulation and famine