Topic 8 Vocab

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Complex pre-Columbian civilization in Guatemala and Yucatan; known for corn cultivation, architecture, and a numbering system.

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Mayan Civilization

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Complex pre-Columbian civilization in Central Mexico with a complex social structure, yearly calendar, and human sacrifices.

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Aztec

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Pre-Columbian civilization in the Andes; known for engineering and new crops like potatoes.

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Inca

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Present day Mexico & Central America

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Mesoamerica

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Civilizations in the Americas before Columbus

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Pre Columbian Empires

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Bundles of knotted, colored ropes used by the Incas for counting and record-keeping.

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Quipu

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Ancient fortress city in the Andes built by the Incas

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Machu Picchu

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Portuguese prince who developed a lighter sailing ship and sponsored African expeditions.

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Prince Henry

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Famous Italian explorer who 'discovered' the Americas

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Christopher Columbus

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Columbian Exchange: Exchange of people, plants, animals, diseases, and ideas between Old World and New World.

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Exchange of people, plants, animals, diseases, and ideas from Old World to New World and vice versa.