Indus River Flashcards
(52 cards)
What major river is associated with the ancient civilizations of India?
The Indus River
True or False: The Indus River is one of the longest rivers in the world.
True
Fill in the blank: The Indus River flows primarily through modern-day ______.
Pakistan
Which ancient civilization developed along the Indus River?
The Indus Valley Civilization
What was a primary agricultural benefit of the Indus River to ancient societies?
Irrigation
Multiple Choice: Which city was NOT part of the Indus Valley Civilization? A) Harappa B) Mohenjo-Daro C) Delhi D) Lothal
C) Delhi
True or False: The Indus River is known for its unpredictable flooding.
False
What was the main economic activity of the Indus Valley Civilization?
Agriculture and trade
Fill in the blank: The Indus Valley Civilization is also known for its advanced ______.
Urban planning
Which two other rivers are part of the Indus River System?
The Jhelum and Chenab rivers
What writing system was used by the Indus Valley Civilization?
Indus script
True or False: The Indus River has its origins in the Tibetan Plateau.
True
What is significant about the city of Mohenjo-Daro?
It was one of the largest settlements of the Indus Valley Civilization.
Fill in the blank: The Indus River played a crucial role in the development of ______.
Trade routes
What type of climate is found in the Indus River basin?
Semi-arid
Which modern-day countries share the Indus River?
Pakistan, India, and China
Multiple Choice: What was NOT a characteristic of Indus Valley cities? A) Grid layout B) Public baths C) Skyscrapers D) Drainage systems
C) Skyscrapers
True or False: The decline of the Indus Valley Civilization is still a topic of debate among historians.
True
What was the primary source of water for agriculture in the Indus Valley?
The Indus River and its tributaries
Fill in the blank: The Indus Valley Civilization is considered one of the world’s earliest ______.
Urban cultures
What evidence suggests that the Indus Valley Civilization engaged in trade?
Archaeological finds of seals and weights
True or False: The Indus River is a tributary of the Ganges River.
False
What discovery in Harappa indicated advanced engineering?
Well-planned drainage systems
What is the significance of the term ‘Harappan Civilization’?
It refers to the culture of the Indus Valley based on the archaeological site of Harappa.
