Unit 8 / Part 1: Pre-Columbian Civilizations

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Region including central and southern Mexico and much of Central America

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Mesoamerica

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This civilization peaked (reached its Golden Age) between 250-900 CE: Maya, Inca, Aztec

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Maya

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True or False: The Mayan Civilization was composed of many, large, independent city-states, NOT a united political empire.

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True

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Which civilization does the GREEN area represent on the map?

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Mayans

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The system of writing developed by the Mayans was a _____ writing system.

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hieroglyphic

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True or False: All of the Mayan writings, called codicies have been preserved and can be seen in museums in Mexico.

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False

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What architectural construction were the Mayans known for making?

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step-pyramids

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The game played by the Mayans that was at the cultural center of every city-state and could result in the sacrifice of members of the losing side was called:

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pok-a-tok

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Which civilization does the PURPLE area represent on the map?

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Aztecs

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What is the name given to the ingenious farming methods used within the Aztec capital city? These were floating farms within a canal system.

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chinampas