Amplify Ch. 4, Myths of Maya, Vocabulary

Front

What does 'rigid' mean?

Back

Stiff and inflexible

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What is the meaning of 'warp'?

Back

To bend or twist out of shape

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What does 'vast' mean?

Back

Large or great in size, amount, or extent

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

What does the word 'generation' mean?

Back

A group of people born and living at the same time

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

What is the definition of 'nurture'?

Back

To care for something or someone so that it/he flourishes

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What is the significance of myths in Maya culture?

Back

Myths serve to explain natural phenomena, cultural practices, and the origins of the world.

Front

How do myths influence the values of a culture?

Back

Myths convey moral lessons and cultural values, shaping the beliefs and behaviors of a society.

Front

What role does storytelling play in Maya traditions?

Back

Storytelling is a vital means of preserving history, culture, and moral teachings in Maya society.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

Front

What is the relationship between myths and rituals in Maya culture?

Back

Myths often provide the narrative framework for rituals, linking the spiritual and physical worlds.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

Front

How can understanding Maya myths enhance our knowledge of their history?

Back

Maya myths offer insights into their worldview, social structure, and historical events.