Exploring the Indus Valley Civilization

What was the primary urban center of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Lothal

• Kalibangan

• Harappa

• Mohenjo-Daro

Which two major rivers were crucial for the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Indus River and Ghaggar-Hakra River

• Nile River and Amazon River

• Tigris River and Euphrates River

• Ganges River and Yamuna River

What was the writing system used by the Indus Valley people called?

• Indus script

• Harappan glyphs

• Egyptian hieroglyphs

• Sumerian cuneiform

Name one of the major cities discovered in the Indus Valley.

• Harappa

• Lahore

• Delhi

• Mohenjo-Daro

What were the main economic activities of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Mining and metallurgy

• Agriculture, trade, and craft production.

• Fishing and whaling

• Textile manufacturing

How did the Indus Valley Civilization manage its water supply?

• The Indus Valley Civilization managed its water supply through advanced drainage systems, wells, reservoirs, and irrigation from nearby rivers.

• Constructing large dams to store water

• Relying solely on rainfall for water supply

• Using only surface water from lakes

What is one reason for the decline of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Invasion by foreign tribes.

• Climate change leading to decreased monsoon rains.

• Development of advanced technology.

• Increase in agricultural productivity.

Which artifacts indicate the trade practices of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Textiles and clothing items

• Weights, seals, pottery, and trade goods like beads and metals.

• Agricultural tools and farming equipment

• Coins and currency notes

What type of architecture is commonly associated with the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Wooden structures with no drainage systems

• Urban architecture with advanced drainage and grid layouts.

• Rural architecture with thatched roofs

• Nomadic tent structures without urban planning

How did the social structure of the Indus Valley Civilization differ from other ancient civilizations?

• Social hierarchy was strictly enforced with kings and nobles at the top.

• The Indus Valley Civilization was primarily matriarchal with women in power.

• The Indus Valley Civilization had a more egalitarian social structure compared to other ancient civilizations.

• The Indus Valley Civilization had a rigid caste system like ancient India.