Answers2025-2026_MDCPS_2109010-MJ World History Sem 1-CRUnit Test

The Achievements of Early Indian Civilizations Answers

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How did the ancient Indians measure weight?

A
They used the binary system.
B
They used the decimal system.
C
They used a balance with arms.
D
They used objects for comparison.
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Which astronomical theory did the ancient Indians develop?

A
the moon’s gravitational pull on Earth
B
the Sun’s revolution around Earth
C
the moon’s influence on the shape of Earth’s surface
D
the blocking of the Sun’s light during a solar eclipse
3

What did ancient Indians create using metallurgy?

A
texts
B
plows
C
sitars
D
paintings
4

Which example of modern technology was influenced by the binary system of the ancient Indians?

A
cars
B
computers
C
telescopes
D
electronic keyboards
5

Which statement best explains ancient Indians’ contributions to medicine?

A
They used animals as a source for medicines.
B
They rejected surgery because it was dangerous.
C
They stopped trying to prevent contagious disease.
D
They wrote medical texts to document their knowledge.
6

Which ancient Indian medical practice influenced modern medicine?

A
They mainly focused on treating diseases.
B
They developed a number of surgical practices.
C
They made medicine from the parts of animals.
D
They passed on medical information verbally.
7

Which is a description of Sanskrit?

A
It is a unique form of writing.
B
It is still the official language used in India.
C
It was created for use in scientific documents.
D
It was used to compose ancient Hindu scriptures.
8

Which theme is most often portrayed in Indian miniature paintings?

A
religion
B
politics
C
daily life
D
supernatural
9

How did architecture develop during the golden age of ancient India?

A
Sculptures were used in places of worship.
B
Walled cities were created from brick.
C
Natural caves were used as shrines for worship.
D
Temples were decorated with miniature paintings.
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What is the significance of the ancient Indian numeral system?

A
The system is still being used today.
B
The symbols represent the numbers 1 to 10,000.
C
Egyptian traders spread the system to other lands.
D
The system used Arabic symbols to represent numbers.

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