Machu Picchu - Ancient City

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What does the word 'era' mean?

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A period of time or of history.

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What is a historian?

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A person who knows a great deal about history.

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What did the Incas observe to create calendars?

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The Sun.

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Why did the Incas celebrate the Festival of the Sun?

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To honor the sun god.

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What is the opposite of the word 'preserved'?

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Destroyed.

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What is Machu Picchu?

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An ancient Incan city located in the Andes Mountains of Peru.

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Who built Machu Picchu?

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The Incas.

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What is the significance of Machu Picchu?

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It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an important cultural symbol of the Inca civilization.

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What materials were used to build Machu Picchu?

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Stone, primarily granite.

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What is the main purpose of Machu Picchu?

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It is believed to have been a royal estate or religious site.