Practice Language And Script (3.2) - Unit 2: Early Civilizations and Cultural Foundations

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Question 1.
What is the Indus script?
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Think about the types of artifacts where this script is found.
Question 2.
Name one possible function of the Indus script.
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Consider what seals could indicate or represent.
3Question 3.
What materials were the Indus seals typically made of?
- Wood
- Stone
- Clay
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Consider the durability of the material used.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Indus script has been fully deciphered.
- True
- False
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What challenges do linguists face in deciphering ancient scripts?
Question 5.
Discuss the implications of the undeciphered Indus script on the understanding of social hierarchies within the civilization.
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Think about how language can reveal power dynamics.
Question 6.
Examine the significance of religious motifs in the Indus script as depicted on seals for understanding cultural practices.
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How do cultural symbols reflect on society's values?

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