Why is pottery considered a significant artifact in archaeological studies?

Understanding Indus Valley Pottery

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It is always intact.
It is made of precious materials.
It is easy to manufacture.
It is often found in large quantities.
2.
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What can the variety in shapes, sizes, and finishes of pottery indicate about a site?
The climate of the region.
The socio-economic lifestyle.
The dietary habits.
The language spoken.
3.
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What are the two main ways archaeologists study pottery?
By color and weight.
By age and location.
By size and shape.
By fabric and form.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the fabric analysis of pottery involve?
Determining the pot's weight.
Measuring the pot's height.
Studying the basic clay and inclusions.
Examining the color of the pot.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How can pottery be used as a dating tool?
By studying its decorations.
By measuring its weight.
By examining its shape changes over time.
By analyzing its color.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a limitation in the current study of Indus Valley pottery?
Lack of pottery samples.
Focus only on color diversity.
Inability to date the pottery.
No evidence of pottery kilns.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step in the manufacture of an Indus Valley pot?
Drying in the sun.
Decorating the pot.
Firing in a kiln.
Clay preparation.
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