History of Mexico 3.2

History of Mexico 3.2

Multiple Choice

Native Americans grew maize also known as

• beans

• squash

• corn

• wheat

Multiple Choice

What major artistic accomplishments are the Olmec known for?

• Jade baby carvings

• colossal head statues

• Humanistic sculptures

• Interpretative dance

Multiple Choice

Astronomers used observations of the stars to determine

• the best time for planting crops

• the best time for harvesting crops

• when to have religious celebrations

• all of the above

Multiple Choice

How did the Maya apply their knowledge of astronomy?

• They used their knowledge to achieve technological advancements.

• They developed a complex calendar system.

• They developed a mathematical pattern based on weather and climate.

• They improved on Olmec astronomy.

Multiple Choice

The Aztec were best known as

• farmers

• warriors

• nomads

• magicians

Multiple Choice

The Aztec capital city was built in the middle of Lake __________.

• Michigan
• Tenochtitlan
• Texcoco
• Mexico

Multiple Choice

New laws led to improved trade which in turn lead to an improvement in Mexico's economy.

• True

• False

Open Ended

Why were wealthy land owners not happy with Juarez?

Open Ended

What was the goal of the new constitution?