Early American Civilizations Review

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Who was the Spanish explorer associated with the decline of the Inca Empire?

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Pizarro

Front

What is a sudden, widespread illness called?

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Epidemic

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Which civilization was located in Mesoamerica and is known for its advanced writing system and calendar?

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Maya

Front

Which two major civilizations were prominent in Mesoamerica?

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The Maya and the Aztec

Front

What term describes things that are produced, living, or existing naturally in a particular area?

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Indigenous

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What was the primary agricultural product of the Maya civilization?

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Maize (corn)

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What is the significance of the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan?

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It was a major urban center and the political, religious, and economic hub of the Aztec Empire.

Front

What was the main purpose of the Spanish conquest of the Americas?

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To acquire wealth, land, and spread Christianity.

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What is the term for the cultural exchange that occurred after the arrival of Europeans in the Americas?

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Columbian Exchange

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What were the main achievements of the Maya civilization?

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Advancements in mathematics, astronomy, and the development of a written language.