Ancient Civilization Writing Systems

Which ancient civilization developed cuneiform writing?

• Egypt

• China

• Mesopotamia

• India

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What material did ancient Egyptians use to write on?

• Clay tablets

• Papyrus

• Silk

• Bamboo strips

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The earliest known Chinese writing system is called:

• Hieroglyphs

• Cuneiform

• Oracle bone script

• Sanskrit

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Which of these was NOT an early writing system?

• Hieroglyphics

• Cuneiform

• Alphabet

• Morse code

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In ancient India, the earliest known writing system was:

• Cuneiform

• Hieroglyphics

• Indus script

• Oracle bone script

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What was the main purpose of early writing systems?

• To write stories

• To keep records

• To send secret messages

• To draw pictures

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Which civilization used hieroglyphics as their writing system?

• Mesopotamia

• China

• India

• Egypt

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The Rosetta Stone helped scholars understand:

• Chinese characters

• Cuneiform

• Egyptian hieroglyphics

• Indus script

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Which of the following materials was NOT used for writing in ancient times?

• Clay tablets

• Papyrus

• Plastic sheets

• Bamboo strips

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Which ancient civilization is known for the development of the Indus script?

• Egypt

• Mesopotamia

• India

• China

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