Question 1

About how many years ago were the earliest cities like Harappa developed?

Accepted Answer

The earliest cities like Harappa were developed about 4700 years ago. These cities were discovered by archaeologists when they started building railways and found old sites in the Indus valley region.

Question 2

In which present-day country are the cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-daro mostly located?

Accepted Answer

Most of the sites of the Harappan civilization, including Harappa and Mohenjo-daro, are located in present-day Pakistan (Punjab and Sindh provinces).

Question 3

What was the special feature of the Great Bath found in Mohenjo-daro?

Accepted Answer

The Great Bath was lined with bricks, coated with tar to make it water-tight, and had steps leading down to it from two sides, with rooms on all sides.

Question 4

Which metal was NOT commonly used by the Harappans to make tools and weapons?

Accepted Answer

Iron was not known or used by the Harappans. They mainly used copper, bronze, gold, and silver for various objects.

Question 5

What were the houses in Harappan cities typically built with?

Accepted Answer

Houses in Harappan cities were typically built with baked bricks, which were laid in an interlocking pattern so that the walls remained strong.

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