What is the Huang He River called in the context of ancient Chinese civilization?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Yellow River
Huang He literally means the “Yellow River.” Its water often appears yellow because it carries large amounts of yellow silt. Several early centres of Chinese civilization developed in its fertile basin. “Lifeline of Egypt” refers to the Nile, not the Huang He. Exam tip: Remember Huang He—Yellow River—ancient China as a linked fact.
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Yellow River
Why is this the correct answer?
Huang He literally means the “Yellow River.” Its water often appears yellow because it carries large amounts of yellow silt. Several early centres of Chinese civilization developed in its fertile basin. “Lifeline of Egypt” refers to the Nile, not the Huang He. Exam tip: Remember Huang He—Yellow River—ancient China as a linked fact.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 General Knowledge question. Chapter: World History. Topic: Ancient Civilizations.
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