Prehistoric Cultures
History ⇒ Ancient Indian History
Prehistoric Cultures starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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Name one important Mesolithic site in India.
Name one use of fire by prehistoric humans.
Name the three main periods of the Stone Age in order.
What is a microlith?
What is meant by 'Prehistoric period'?
What is the importance of Bhimbetka caves?
What is the main difference between Mesolithic and Neolithic tools?
Read the following passage and answer the question: Archaeologists found remains of circular and rectangular houses at a prehistoric site in India. These houses were made of mud and had pits dug nearby, possibly for storage. What does this evidence suggest about the lifestyle of the people who lived there?
Which animal was first domesticated by prehistoric humans? (1) Cow (2) Dog (3) Horse (4) Elephant
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the Neolithic Age? (1) Use of metals (2) Domestication of animals (3) Nomadic lifestyle (4) None of these
Which of the following is a famous Neolithic site in South India? (1) Mehrgarh (2) Hallur (3) Bhimbetka (4) Lothal
Which of the following is a famous Paleolithic site in India? (1) Bhimbetka (2) Lothal (3) Harappa (4) Mohenjo-daro
Fill in the blank: The _______ Age marks the transition from hunting-gathering to agriculture.
Fill in the blank: The _______ Age saw the beginning of settled life and farming.
Fill in the blank: The discovery of _______ changed the life of prehistoric humans by providing warmth and protection.
Fill in the blank: The earliest evidence of agriculture in India is found at _______.
True or False: Fire was discovered during the Neolithic Age.
True or False: Prehistoric people lived in groups for safety and hunting.
True or False: The Neolithic people used polished stone tools.
True or False: The people of the Mesolithic Age used microliths.
