Flashcard on MesoAmerica

Flashcard on MesoAmerica

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History

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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.

Back

Most Maya books were destroyed by the Spanish.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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.

Back

People left cities and moved back to the countryside.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Number each group to show its level in society (1 is the highest level and 4 is the lowest level).
farmers
merchants
nobles
warriors

Back

1. nobles, 2. warriors, 3. merchants, 4. farmers

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why might the information we have today about Aztec culture be inaccurate?

Back

It mostly comes from Spanish sources.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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.

Back

Moche

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did Incas pay their taxes?

Back

by performing labor for the central government

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which group had a capital city named Chan Chan that covered 14 square miles?

Back

Chimu

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