Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the correct set of metals from the given options and complete the sentence. The Indus Valley people knew the use of

  1. gold, silver, copper, bronze but not iron

  2. copper, iron, gold but not bronze

  3. silver, lead, iron but not gold

  4. gold, tin, bronze but not copper
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Explanation

Archaeological evidence confirms the Indus Valley people knew and worked with gold, silver, copper, and bronze (an alloy of copper and tin). They did not have knowledge of iron smelting. This question tests precise historical knowledge about their metallurgical capabilities during the Chalcolithic period.

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