Ancient Civilizations of River Valleys and Their Innovations

The video explores the four ancient river valley civilizations: Mesopotamia, Egypt, the Indus Valley, and China. Each civilization thrived near rivers, which provided resources for agriculture and development. Mesopotamia is noted for its inventions like the wheel and cuneiform writing. Egypt is famous for its pyramids and hieroglyphics. The Indus Valley had advanced urban planning but mysteriously disappeared. Ancient China relied on the Yellow River and built the Great Wall. These civilizations contributed significantly to human history.

Which writing system was developed by the Mesopotamians?

• Cuneiform

• Sanskrit

• Hieroglyphics

• Mandarin

What was the primary purpose of ziggurats in Mesopotamia?

• Marketplaces

• Temples for worship

• Residential buildings

• Military forts

Which river was crucial to the success of Ancient Egypt?

• Nile

• Euphrates

• Tigris

• Yellow

What was the primary function of the pyramids in Ancient Egypt?

• Tombs for pharaohs

• Libraries

• Palaces

• Military bases

Which of the following was NOT an invention of Ancient Egypt?

• Papyrus

• Wheel

• Calendar

• Ox-drawn plough

What was a notable feature of the Indus River Valley cities?

• Large armies

• Advanced plumbing

• Extensive libraries

• Massive fortresses

Which theory is NOT proposed for the disappearance of the Indus Valley Civilization?

• Flooding by the Nile

• Volcanic eruptions

• Earthquake

• Aryan invasion

What was the Yellow River also known as in Ancient China?

• China's Curse

• China's Hope

• China's Sorrow

• China's Blessing

What mythical creature is associated with the construction of the Great Wall of China?

• Phoenix

• Dragon

• Griffin

• Unicorn

What was the purpose of oracle bones in Ancient China?

• Writing

• Predicting the future

• Building materials

• Religious offerings