Question : What is an example of how archaeological findings have influenced historical interpretations?
Option 1: The discovery of the Terracotta Army in China
Option 2: The excavation of the city of Troy
Option 3: The unearthing of the Indus Valley script
Option 4: The finding of the Dead Sea Scrolls
Correct Answer: The unearthing of the Indus Valley script
Solution : The unearthing of the Indus Valley script is an example of how archaeological findings have influenced historical interpretations, as it has led to ongoing efforts to decipher the script and understand the language and communication of the Harappan civilization.
Question : Which archaeological finding has significantly impacted our understanding of the Harappan civilization?
Option 1: The discovery of the Royal Cemetery at Ur
Option 2: The unearthing of the Great Bath at Mohenjo-Daro
Option 3: The excavation of the Acropolis in Athens
Option 4: The finding of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Question : What was a major finding from the excavation of Dholavira that contributed to our understanding of the Harappan civilization?
Option 1: Evidence of a written script
Option 2: Discovery of a large water reservoir
Option 3: Unearthing of royal tombs
Option 4: Identification of a ceremonial center
Question : Which excavation led to the recognition of the Harappan civilization as a distinct ancient civilization?
Option 1: Excavation at Knossos
Option 2: Excavation at Mohenjo-Daro
Option 3: Excavation at Mycenae
Option 4: Excavation at Troy
Question : The script of the Indus Valley Civilisation is
Option 1: Kharosthi
Option 2: Undeciphered
Option 3: Brahmi
Option 4: Tamil
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