Indus Valley Civilisation

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1.

Which of the following was not a city in the Indus Valley civilisation?
- A.
  
  Mohenjodaro
- B.
  
  Harrapa
- C.
  
  Tunis
- D.
  
  Lothal
Correct Answer
C. Tunis

Explanation
Tunis was not a city in the Indus Valley civilization. The Indus Valley civilization existed in the region of modern-day Pakistan and northwest India during the Bronze Age. Mohenjodaro, Harappa, and Lothal were all prominent cities of this ancient civilization, known for their advanced urban planning, sophisticated drainage systems, and well-organized trade networks. Tunis, on the other hand, is the capital city of Tunisia, which is located in North Africa and was not a part of the Indus Valley civilization.

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2.

The civilisation was literate.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement suggests that the civilization in question had the ability to read and write, indicating a high level of education and knowledge among its people. This implies that they had a system of writing and were able to communicate through written language, which is a characteristic of a literate society. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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3.

Mohenjodaro, in the local language, means "the mound of the living."
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The given statement is false. Mohenjodaro does not mean "the mound of the living" in the local language. In fact, the name Mohenjodaro is derived from the Sindhi words "Mohenjo" meaning "mound of the dead" and "daro" meaning "mound". This ancient city, located in present-day Pakistan, was one of the largest settlements of the Indus Valley Civilization and is known for its well-planned urban layout and advanced drainage system.

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4.

Harappa was a port city with international trade.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement is incorrect. Harappa was not a port city with international trade. Harappa was one of the major cities of the Indus Valley Civilization, which was a highly advanced urban civilization that flourished in the Bronze Age. Although Harappa was located along the Indus River, there is no evidence to suggest that it was a port city or engaged in extensive international trade. The civilization's trade network was primarily based on inland trade routes rather than maritime trade.

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5.

Which of the following is NOT a remarkable feature of the civilisation?
- A.
  
  International trade
- B.
  
  Planned cities with drainage and water supply
- C.
  
  Literacy
- D.
  
  Use of iron
- E.
  
  Earliest known dock found in the world
Correct Answer
D. Use of iron

Explanation
The use of iron is not a remarkable feature of the civilization because iron was commonly used during this time period. The other options, such as international trade, planned cities with drainage and water supply, literacy, and the earliest known dock, are all remarkable features that indicate a highly developed civilization.

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Which of the following is NOT a well known piece of art excavated from the towns of the civilisation?
- A.
  
  Dancing Girl - Bronze
- B.
  
  Priest King - Terracotta
- C.
  
  Drunk Woman - Sandstone
Correct Answer
C. Drunk Woman - Sandstone

Explanation
The correct answer is "Drunk Woman - Sandstone." This artwork is not a well-known piece excavated from the towns of the civilization. The Dancing Girl, made of bronze, and the Priest King, made of terracotta, are both famous pieces of art that have been discovered from ancient civilizations. However, there is no well-known artwork called "Drunk Woman" made of sandstone that has been excavated from these towns.

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The Indus Valley Civilization had a complex written language that has been fully deciphered and translated, providing detailed insights into their culture and daily life.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The Indus Valley Civilization did have a form of writing, often seen on seals and pottery, but it has not yet been fully deciphered. Despite extensive research, scholars have been unable to interpret the script, leaving many aspects of the Indus Valley culture and society shrouded in mystery. As a result, our understanding of their daily life, governance, and beliefs remains limited.

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8.

The Swastika can be found among the motifs in the Indus Valley script.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The swastika is indeed one of the motifs found in the Indus Valley script. The Indus Valley civilization, which existed around 2500-1900 BCE, had a script that has not yet been deciphered. However, various symbols and motifs have been identified in the script, and the swastika is one of them. The swastika symbol has been found on pottery, seals, and other artifacts from the Indus Valley civilization, indicating its significance in their culture.

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The use of wells in this civilisation was established.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement suggests that the use of wells was established in this civilization. This implies that wells were commonly used and well-known in this particular civilization. Therefore, the correct answer is true, indicating that the statement accurately reflects the established use of wells in this civilization.

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Barley was among the known crops of the region.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Barley being among the known crops of the region means that it was one of the crops that were commonly grown or cultivated in that particular area. This implies that barley was familiar and widely recognized as a crop in the region, suggesting that it played a significant role in the local agricultural practices and economy.

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Indus Valley Civilisation

Which of the following was not a city in the Indus Valley civilisation?

The civilisation was literate.

Mohenjodaro, in the local language, means "the mound of the living."

Harappa was a port city with international trade.

Which of the following is NOT a remarkable feature of the civilisation?

Which of the following is NOT a well known piece of art excavated from the towns of the civilisation?

The Indus Valley Civilization had a complex written language that has been fully deciphered and translated, providing detailed insights into their culture and daily life.

The Swastika can be found among the motifs in the Indus Valley script.

The use of wells in this civilisation was established.

Barley was among the known crops of the region.