The Mayans Pt. I

The Mayans Pt. I

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History

9th Grade

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Hard

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Jonathan Calhoun

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When did humans first settle the American Continents?

Back

Between 20,000-12,000 BCE based on archeological evidence.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What was the Mayan Golden Age?

Back

The period from 250-950 when the Mayans thrived as a collection of city-states.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are some reasons for the collapse of the Mayan civilization after 950?

Back

Overpopulation, drought, and war.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is much of Mayan history unknown?

Back

Spanish colonists like Diego de Landa burned their records.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are some geographic challenges of the Yucatan?

Back

Little fresh water, farming logistics, and poor soil quality.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did the Mayans address the challenge of little fresh water?

Back

They created rain reservoirs to collect rainwater.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How did cities like Tikal manage rainwater?

Back

They built the city on a slight angle so rainwater would drain into the reservoir.

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