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प्रश्न
Answer the following question in a few sentences.
Mention the contribution of ancient Egyptians.
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उत्तर
Ancient Egyptians developed a photographic script called hieroglyphics. They built pyramids, sphinxes, and knew how to preserve mummies. They knew about basic mathematical calculations and the circulation of blood. They developed the solar calendar.
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Answer the following question?
Describe the Great Granary. Where has it been found?
Fill in the blank:
__________ is the process of preserving dead bodies.
Fill in the blank:
The first code of laws was made by ___________.
The Harappan cities had an elaborate drainage system.
The domestication of animals was the main occupation of the Harappans.
With reference to the engineering skills of the Indus Valley people, explain briefly the features of the Great Bath
Write a short note on the following:
Trade
This picture on the right-hand side shows a well-planned ancient city located on the banks of a river.

- Identify the civilization from the ruins in the picture.
- When and by whom were these ruins discovered?
- These ruins are an important source of information about the
(a) town planning and
(b) drainage system of this period. Explain.
Write True or False against the following statement
The star Sirius appeared in Egypt whenever there were floods.
Answer the following question in a few sentences.
Name two Mesopotamian city-states.
Fill in the blank.
The Babylonian king ___________ compiled a code of law.
Write a short note on the following:
Script
State whether the following is true or false.
The Mesopotamians used the figure of 50 for measuring time.
Answer the following question in one or two words/sentences:
Name the founder of the city of Alexandria.
Fill in the blank.
___________ became the state religion of China.
Match the Columns:
| A | B | ||
| 1 | Huang He | a | mulberry tree |
| 2 | Pagodas | b | God of heaven |
| 3 | Tea | c | stupa-style temples |
| 4 | Silkworms | d | Sorrow of China |
| 5 | Shangdi | e | medicine |
Describe the religious beliefs of people in ancient Chinese civilization.
This is a picture of the statue of a person who founded a religious movement in ancient China that was basically a practical code of moral conduct.

- Identify the person in the picture.
- Name the religion founded by him.
- Mention the important teachings of this religion.
- Name two other major religions that are followed by the people in this country.
Explain the geographical position of China?
