Unit 3: Early American Civilizations End-Of-Unit Assessment

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What is an epidemic?

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A sudden, widespread illness affecting many people.

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What does 'killed two birds with one stone' mean?

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It means to serve two purposes at once.

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What was the capital of the Aztec civilization?

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Tenochtitlan, located in present-day Mexico City.

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What did all three early American civilizations do?

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They passed down creation myths about how Earth and people were created.

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What was the capital of the Inca civilization?

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Cuzco.

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Define 'isthmus'.

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A narrow strip of land connecting two larger land areas, usually with water on either side.

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What is quinoa?

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A grain-like crop grown primarily for its edible seeds, high in protein.

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What is a marsh?

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A wetland area that is dominated by herbaceous plants.

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Who was Moctezuma?

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The ninth ruler of the Aztec Empire, known for his encounters with Spanish conquistadors.

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What is the significance of creation myths?

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They explain how the world and people were created, reflecting the beliefs of a culture.