River Valley Civilizations
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- Q1Which of the following river valley civilizations is known for developing cuneiform writing?Ancient EgyptSumerian CivilizationShang DynastyIndus Valley Civilization30s
- Q2Which ancient civilization is known for creating the first known code of laws?Babylonian CivilizationHittite CivilizationHarappan CivilizationMinoan Civilization30s
- Q3Which of the following natural features greatly influenced the development of early river valley civilizations?MountainsOceansRiversDeserts30s
- Q4Which ancient river valley civilization is known for its unique grid-patterned cities?Indus Valley CivilizationSumerian CivilizationAncient GreeceAncient Egypt30s
- Q5Which of the following was a significant agricultural advancement in early river valley civilizations?MetalworkingTextile manufacturingIrrigation systemsPapyrus production30s
- Q6Which river was essential to the development of ancient Egyptian civilization?Amazon RiverNile RiverMississippi RiverYangtze River30s
- Q7Which river is known as the cradle of Chinese civilization?Ganges RiverYangtze RiverTigris RiverIndus River30s
- Q8What was the main economic activity of the Indus Valley Civilization?TradingAgricultureManufacturingMining30s
- Q9Which civilization is credited with the creation of the first known code of laws, known as the Code of Hammurabi?Babylonian CivilizationSumerian CivilizationPhoenician CivilizationAssyrian Civilization30s
- Q10What was the primary purpose of the ziggurats built by the Sumerians?Religious worshipDefensive structuresGrain storageResidential buildings30s
- Q11Which ancient river valley civilization is known for its stratified society and monumental architecture, including the Great Wall?Ancient MesopotamiaAncient IndiaAncient ChinaAncient Egypt30s
- Q12What is one major characteristic of River Valley Civilizations?They were primarily nomadic tribes.They developed along fertile riverbanks.They relied solely on hunting and gathering.They had no form of written language.30s
- Q13What was a primary reason for the growth of River Valley Civilizations?The use of advanced technology for mining.The dominance of military power over neighboring regions.The isolation from other cultures and peoples.The availability of water for irrigation and farming.30s
- Q14Which River Valley Civilization is known for its advanced urban planning and architecture, including well-organized cities with grid patterns?Sumer in MesopotamiaAncient EgyptIndus Valley CivilizationShang Dynasty in China30s
- Q15Which of the following was a key factor that contributed to the trade networks of River Valley Civilizations?Civilizations were completely self-sufficient.Rivers provided a means of transportation for goods.Trade was only conducted by land routes.People did not trade with each other.30s