1.2.3. Indus Valley Civilization (2600 BCE - 1900 BCE)

Try these first

1. 1.

   What type of materials did the Indus Valley Civilization mainly use for construction?

   Hint

   Think about the materials mentioned earlier in our discussion.

2. 2.

   Name one notable structure of the Indus Valley Civilization.

   Hint

   It's a significant site related to water management.

3. 3.

   What was the primary construction material used in the Indus Valley Civilization?

   • Mud bricks
   • Baked bricks
   • Concrete

   Hint

   Recall the types of materials discussed in class.

4. 4.

   True or False: The drainage systems in the Indus Valley Civilization were advanced for their time.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the importance of sanitation in ancient civilizations.

5. 5.

   Compare and contrast the urban planning techniques of the Indus Valley Civilization with those of your own city. What elements do you see as similarities or differences?

   Hint

   Think about how urban planning has evolved with technology and culture.

6. 6.

   If you were to design a modern city based on the principles of the Indus Valley Civilization, what features would you include and why?

   Hint

   Focus on how ancient practices can solve modern urban challenges.