Quiz on Ancient Civilizations of India Quiz #10

Who discovered the cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro?

• John Marshall and his team of archaeologists

• Aryans

• The Indus River civilization

• The Harappans

What was the contribution of John Marshall's discovery to understanding India's past?

• Very little

• Significant

• None

• Moderate

Which civilization's development was supported by the geography of India?

• Harappan civilization

• Egyptian civilization

• Mesopotamian civilization

• Greek civilization

What are some possible reasons for the disappearance of the Harappans?

• Invasion, flood, or famine

• Earthquake, drought, or war

• Disease, migration, or rebellion

• Economic collapse, invasion, or drought

Where did the Aryans settle?

• Indus Valley

• Nile Valley

• Yellow River Valley

• Tigris-Euphrates Valley

What role did the Indus River play in the civilization?

• It nourished the land and supported farming and cattle

• Nothing

• It provided a trade route

• It was a source of drinking water only

Who was the most important man in an Aryan village?

• Raja

• Pharaoh

• Emperor

• Chief

What was the written language of the Aryans called?

• Sanskrit

• Latin

• Greek

• Hieroglyphics

For what were the Aryans famous?

• Hymns, poetry, and prayers

• Architecture, sculpture, and painting

• Science, mathematics, and astronomy

• Trade, commerce, and navigation

What was a false statement about the Harappans?

• They were incapable of great accomplishments

• They had advanced urban planning

• They engaged in trade

• They had a written language