Practice - Coins and kings
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Practice Questions
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What are punch-marked coins?
💡 Hint: Think about the physical characteristics of these coins.
Why did kings issue coins?
💡 Hint: Consider how power and commerce are connected.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary function of coins in ancient societies?
💡 Hint: Consider why people would need a system of currency.
True or False: Coins were only issued by tribal leaders.
💡 Hint: Think about the variety of governance in ancient India.
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Challenge Problems
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Critically assess how the introduction of coinage changed the socio-economic landscape of ancient India.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the connections between economy and society.
Design a small trade model reflecting the use of punch-marked coins in transactions.
💡 Hint: Think about basic supply and demand dynamics.
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