Ch 6 Maya Review

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What was the primary purpose of the Maya codex?

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To record Maya history, including important events, rituals, and knowledge

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Which of the following statements accurately describes a significant achievement of the Maya in mathematics?
- They used Roman numerals for their calculations.
- They created a calendar based on 500 days.
- They invented the abacus for complex calculations.
- They developed a unique number system that included the concept of zero.

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They developed a unique number system that included the concept of zero.

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On what landforms did the Maya settle? Options: The Andes Mountains, The Yucatan Peninsula, A chinampa, The Arabian Peninsula

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The Yucatan Peninsula

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Where is Mesoamerica?

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The southern part of what is now Mexico and parts of the northern countries of Central America

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Which writing system was developed by the Maya and is considered one of the most sophisticated of the ancient world?

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Hieroglyphics

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Which of the following achievements is NOT associated with the Maya civilization? The invention of the concept of zero. The construction of Machu Picchu. The creation of a sophisticated writing system. The development of a calendar

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The construction of Machu Picchu.

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The Mayans were able to create accurate

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Calendars