Cities of the Indus Valley Civilisation: facts and a 5-question quiz
Play this quizFive Harappan cities, from Harappa itself to the water-engineered Dholavira. This is a map-tap quiz with 5 questions, each worth more points as the questions get harder.
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What this quiz covers
Era: c. 2600-1900 BCE. Region: India and Pakistan. The 5 questions are about the following, with a short fact for each. Read them first if you want a head start, or skip to the quiz and read afterwards.
Facts behind the questions (spoilers)
- Harappa: Harappa was identified by Daya Ram Sahni in 1921.
- Mohenjo-daro: Mohenjo-daro had a grid plan, drains and the Great Bath.
- Dholavira: Dholavira was divided into three parts with a remarkable water system.
- Kalibangan: Kalibangan has the earliest known ploughed field and fire altars.
- Rakhigarhi: Rakhigarhi in Hisar district is among the largest Harappan sites.
Quick answers
What should I know about Harappa? Harappa was identified by Daya Ram Sahni in 1921.
What should I know about Mohenjo-daro? Mohenjo-daro had a grid plan, drains and the Great Bath.
What should I know about Dholavira? Dholavira was divided into three parts with a remarkable water system.
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