History Practice Quiz 260

Q1.What method did Wheeler introduce to rectify the problem of digging mechanically along uniform horizontal lines?

A. Carbon dating B. Stratigraphy of the mound C. Surface exploration D. Aerial photography

Q2.Which event led to major Harappan sites becoming part of Pakistan?

A. Independence of India in 1947 B. Partition of the subcontinent C. Creation of Bangladesh D. Sino-Indian War

Q3.Which Indian region was extensively surveyed to reveal a number of Harappan settlements?

A. Punjab B. Haryana C. Kutch D. Rajasthan

Q4.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a Harappan site discovered in India?

A. Kalibangan B. Lothal C. Rakhi Garhi D. Harappa

Q5.What modern scientific technique is mentioned for recovering traces of clay, stone, metal, and plant and animal remains?

A. Stratigraphy B. Surface exploration C. Carbon dating D. DNA analysis

Q6.In Wheeler's account, what time did he start his inspection at Harappa?

A. 5:30 AM B. 6:00 AM C. 7:30 AM D. 5:00 AM

Q7.What did Wheeler's colleague warn him about regarding the inspection timing?

A. It would be too cold after 7:30 B. It would be too hot after 7:30 C. It would rain after 7:30 D. It would be dark after 7:30

Q8.What animal sounds are mentioned in Wheeler's description of the night at Harappa?

A. Wolves B. Jackals C. Foxes D. Hyenas

Q9.What did Wheeler call himself in his account of working under the blazing sun?

A. The mad sahib B. The crazy archaeologist C. The relentless digger D. The foolish director

Q10.What type of evidence primarily helps archaeologists reconstruct Harappan life?

A. Harappan script B. Material evidence like pottery, tools, and ornaments C. Oral traditions D. Literary texts