Question 1

What term is generally used for an advanced stage of human societies?

Accepted Answer

civilisation

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tribe

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culture

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community

Question 2

What was the earliest civilisation of the Indian Subcontinent?

Accepted Answer

Indus-Sarasvatī Civilisation

Answer

Harappan Civilisation

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Egyptian Civilisation

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Mesopotamian Civilisation

Question 3

What was the primary material used for construction in Harappan cities?

Accepted Answer

bricks

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clay

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wood

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stone

Question 4

What was a major reason for the decline of the Harappan civilisation?

Accepted Answer

climatic change

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invasions

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famine

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earthquakes

Question 5

What important structure was found in Mohenjo-daro that has various interpretations?

Accepted Answer

the Great Bath

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a temple

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a palace

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a warehouse

Question 6

What system did the Harappans have to manage water in their cities?

Accepted Answer

drainage system

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wells only

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no system at all

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irrigation system

Question 7

What type of writing system did Harappans use for trade?

Accepted Answer

seals

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inscriptions

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letters

Answer

tablets

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