Class XI History Quiz - Writing and City Life
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1. What was one of the primary purposes of writing in early urban societies?
To create literature · To record transactions · To document history · To communicate with gods
2. Which ancient civilization is known for developing cuneiform script?
Egyptian · Indus Valley · Mesopotamian · Chinese
3. What was a significant outcome of the invention of writing in cities?
Increased agricultural productivity · Enhanced trade networks · Formation of complex bureaucracies · Development of military strategies
4. Which material was primarily used for writing in ancient Mesopotamia?
Papyrus · Clay tablets · Animal skins · Wooden boards
5. In which city was the earliest known form of writing developed?
Babylon · Uruk · Nineveh · Sumer
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