Ancient Maya Review

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What type of climate did the Maya live in? Options: Swamp, Desert, Rainforest, Tundra

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Rainforest

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What problem did the Maya have with farming?

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The soil was not good for the crops

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Which of the following best describes the religious practices of the Maya?
The Maya worshipped a single god.
The Maya worshipped multiple gods.
The Maya didn't worship any gods.

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The Maya worshipped multiple gods.

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What is a cenote and why was it significant to the Maya?

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A natural sinkhole used by the Maya for water and rituals.

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What were Mayan books called?

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Codices

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What did the Maya use the sky to create?

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A calendar

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The Mayan writing system used _______ to record events.

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glyphs

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What was the Maya's government like?

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The Maya government each city-state was ruled by a king.