A common characteristic of cities large and small in the Indus Valley more than 4,000 years ago was:
A) the location of a raised area or "citadel" dominating the city
B) their precisely planned nature with parallel and perpendicular streets
C) craft specialist neighborhoods
D) all of the above

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All of the above options were common characteristics of cities in the Indus Valley more than 4,000 years ago. Cities in this region were known for their raised areas or "citadels" that dominated the city skyline, as well as their precisely planned streets with parallel and perpendicular layout. These cities also had neighborhoods that were home to craft specialists, contributing to the economic and social diversity of the urban centers.

A Common Characteristic of Cities Large and Small in the Indus