Incas, Aztecs & Mayans presentation

Multiple Choice

Which of the following civilizations is NOT one of the three main ancient Latin American civilizations mentioned in the lesson?

• Inca

• Aztec

• Mayan

• Olmec

Multiple Choice

Which mountain range was home to the Inca civilization?

• Andes Mountains

• Rocky Mountains

• Himalayas

• Alps

Multiple Choice

What is the name of the agricultural method used by the Inca?

• Chinampas

• Terrace Farming

• Slash and Burn

• Quipu

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about the Sapa Inca is/are correct?

• The Sapa Inca was considered a god by the people.

• The Sapa Inca ruled over the Incan empire.

• The Sapa Inca was chosen by popular vote.

• The Sapa Inca managed the empire alone.

Multiple Choice

What were two important uses of llamas in the Incan Empire?

• Transporting goods and providing wool

• Hunting and fishing

• Building roads and farming

• Making pottery and jewelry

Open Ended

How did the location and concealment of Machu Picchu contribute to its preservation until its discovery in 1911?

Multiple Choice

Where is Machu Picchu located?

• Peru

• Brazil

• Ecuador

• Colombia

Multiple Select

Which of the following were characteristics of the Aztec civilization?

• Built cities with canals and causeways

• Had a large military and demanded tribute

• Practiced Christianity

• Constructed massive temples

Multiple Choice

Which area was the homeland of the Mayan civilization?

• Yucatan Peninsula and Central America

• Andes Mountains

• Amazon Rainforest

• Patagonia

Multiple Choice

How did the Mayans use their knowledge of astronomy in their daily lives?

• They used it to create accurate calendars for farming and religious ceremonies.

• They used it to build ships for travel.

• They used it to invent new weapons.

• They used it to trade with other civilizations.

Open Ended

What is the significance of Chichén Itzá in Mayan civilization, and how did its architecture reflect Mayan beliefs?

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about the Mayan hieroglyphic writing system are correct?

• It was the only true writing system developed in pre-Columbian Americas.

• It contains over 800 characters.

• Some characters represent animals, people, and objects used in everyday life.

• It was developed after the arrival of Christopher Columbus.