Aztec, Inca, Mayans

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What farming method involves building steps on mountainsides to create flat areas for agriculture?

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Terrace farming is a method that involves creating flat areas on the sides of mountains to grow crops.

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What was the capital city of the Inca civilization?

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Cuzco was the capital city of the Inca civilization.

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What is the term for a special tax paid to the Aztec emperor?

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Tribute is a special tax that was paid to the Aztec emperor.

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Which country is home to the ruins of the Inca civilization?

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Peru is the country where you can find the ruins of the Inca civilization.

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Which of the following civilizations was known for being warlike?

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The Aztecs were known for being a warlike civilization.

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What is chinampas?

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Chinampas are floating gardens used by the Aztecs for agriculture.

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What is the significance of quipu in Inca culture?

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Quipu is a system of knotted strings used by the Incas for record-keeping and communication.

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What is the main agricultural technique used by the Mayans?

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The Mayans primarily used slash and burn agriculture.

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What was the primary language spoken by the Aztecs?

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The primary language spoken by the Aztecs was Nahuatl.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is a codex in the context of Mesoamerican civilizations?

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A codex is an ancient manuscript book that contains important historical and cultural information.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5