CKLA Unit 2- Early American Civilizations

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Where were the Maya and Aztec civilizations located?

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Mesoamerica

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

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Which Spanish explorer was associated with the decline of the Aztec civilization?

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Cortes

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What is a characteristic of a myth?

Back

They are passed from one generation to the next.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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Which is NOT a characteristic of a civilization?

Back

A national flag.

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What is a sudden, widespread illness called?

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Epidemic.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

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What is Mesoamerica?

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A historical region that includes parts of Mexico and Central America, home to ancient civilizations like the Maya and Aztec.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

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Who were the Maya?

Back

An ancient civilization known for their advanced writing, mathematics, and astronomy.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

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What is a civilization?

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A complex society with cities, a central government, job specialization, and social classes.

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What role did Cortes play in history?

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He was a Spanish conquistador who led the expedition that caused the fall of the Aztec Empire.

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What is an epidemic?

Back

A sudden outbreak of a disease that spreads quickly and affects many people.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5