Which of the following has made it difficult for modern-day scholars to have a fuller understanding of Maya civilization? The Maya language has never been decoded. The Mayas never developed a writing system. Most Maya books were destroyed by the Spanish. Many Maya books were destroyed by volcanic eruptions.

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Most Maya books were destroyed by the Spanish.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which of the following was an effect of the decline of Maya civilization? Options: The Spanish were able to conquer Maya territories. People left cities and moved back to the countryside. The central government was abolished and city-states were established. The Mayas could not cure themselves of diseases brought by the Spanish.
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People left cities and moved back to the countryside.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Number each group to show its level in society (1 is the highest level and 4 is the lowest level).
farmers
merchants
nobles
warriors
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1. nobles, 2. warriors, 3. merchants, 4. farmers
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why might the information we have today about Aztec culture be inaccurate?
Back
It mostly comes from Spanish sources.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Match the name of the early Andean civilization with its description: Its capital city, Chan Chan, covered over 14 square miles. It used irrigation technology to farm the dry area in which it was located. It had a religion that involved human sacrifice and drinking the blood of the sacrificed. It is known for its woven textiles, carved stone monuments, and pottery shaped like animals and humans.
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Moche
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How did Incas pay their taxes?
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by performing labor for the central government
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which group had a capital city named Chan Chan that covered 14 square miles?
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Chimu
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