The Harappan Civilization
Maharashtra Board-Class 6th-History-Chapter-3
Solutions
Question-1. Answer in one sentence.
(1) How did the civilization get the name Harappa?
Because its remains were discovered near Harappa in Punjab, on the bank of the river Ravi, in 1921, the ancient civilisation was given the name "Harappan civilization."
(2) What patterns are seen on the Harappan pots?
We see the patterns of pipal leaves, fish scales and interlocking on the Harappan pots.
(3) What cloth did the Harappan traders supply to Egypt?
The Harappan traders supplied muslin to Egypt
Question-2. What will you do when you visit an ancient site to obtain more information about it, to conserve it, etc?
Activity based question : Student should do it by self.
Question-3. Draw a picture of the Great Bath at Mohen-jo-daro.
Activity based question : Student should do it by self.
Question-4. In the following chart, fill in the details regarding human life during the Harappan period.
| Major Crops | Clothes | Ornaments |
| (1) ---- | ---- | ---- |
| (2) ---- | ---- | ---- |
| (3) ---- | ---- | ---- |
| (4) ---- | ---- | ---- |
| Major Crops | Clothes | Ornaments |
| (1) Wheat | High quality cotton | Multi-stranded necklaces |
| (2) Barley | Muslin | Rings |
| (3) Ragi | Knee-length garment | Armlets and bangles |
| (4) Sesame | Upper garment | Waistbands |
Question-5. Answer in one word and frame similar questions. Write their answers.
What stone was used to make the Harappan seals?
Steatite
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