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① what is one characteristic of the advanced cities of harappan civilization
② what detail in the photo support the conclusion that harappa was an advanced civilization
③ why do you think it is important to use standard weights and measures in trade?
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④ who are the three most important gods in hinduism, and what is the role of each
⑤ how might the concept of karma guide a hindu during his or her lifetime?
⑥ how does knowing that carma refers to \flesh\ help you understand the word reincarnation
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⑦ review what you have learned about hinduism the bhagavad gita the ramayana and the rig veda

Explanation:

1. The questions cover topics such as the Harappan civilization (history - ancient civilizations), standard weights and measures in trade (economics - trade - measurement systems), Hindu gods and religious concepts like karma and reincarnation (religion - Hinduism), and Hindu religious texts (religion - Hinduism - religious literature).
2. For the Harappan civilization questions, evidence of urban planning, advanced drainage systems, and standardized weights and measures in the photo could support the idea of it being an advanced civilization.
3. Standard weights and measures in trade are important for fairness, accurate transactions, and building trust between traders.
4. In Hinduism, the three most important gods are Brahma (the creator), Vishnu (the preserver), and Shiva (the destroyer - also associated with transformation). Karma is the principle that one's actions have consequences, guiding Hindus to act morally. Knowing that "atman" (not "carns" as seems to be a mis - spelling) refers to the self or soul helps in understanding reincarnation as the cycle of the atman's rebirth. Reviewing Hindu religious texts like the Bhagavad Gita (a sacred dialogue on duty and righteousness), the Ramayana (an epic about the hero Rama), and the Rig Veda (the oldest of the Vedas, containing hymns) helps in comprehensively understanding Hindu beliefs, values, and mythology.

Answer:

1. Evidence of urban planning, advanced drainage, and standardized weights and measures could be considered characteristics of an advanced civilization in the context of the Harappan civilization.
2. Details in the photo like well - planned streets, complex drainage channels, and artifacts related to weights and measures could support the conclusion of Harappa being an advanced civilization.
3. Standard weights and measures are important in trade for ensuring fair and accurate exchanges, and for establishing trust among trading parties.
4. The three most important gods in Hinduism are Brahma (creator), Vishnu (preserver), and Shiva (destroyer/transformer).
5. The concept of karma guides a Hindu by making them aware that their actions have consequences, encouraging moral and ethical behavior.
6. Knowing that "atman" (soul) is central helps in understanding reincarnation as the cycle of the atman's birth, death, and rebirth.
7. Reviewing the Bhagavad Gita, Ramayana, and Rig Veda helps in understanding Hindu beliefs, values, mythology, and religious practices.