Ancient Civilizations of Latin America

Name the form of writing used by Mayas.

• cursive

• print

• hieroglyphics

• script

Which civilization's name means "rubber people?"

• Aztec

• Olmec

• Inca

• Maya

What is the name of the Incan city high in the mountains

• Machu Pichu

• Cuzco

• Tenochtitlan

• Chichen Itza

What kind of farming did the Aztec use?

• Irritation through aqueducts

• slash and burn

• terrace farming

• small islands called chinampas

Which civilization is known for discovering chocolate?

• Aztec

• Maya

• Inca

• Olmec

Which group is well known for giant carved heads?

• Maya

• Aztec

• Inca

• Olmec

What was the main crop for Mayan farmers?

• peanuts

• cacao trees

• maize

• wheat

What city once stood where Mexico City is now located?

• Tenochtitlan

• Cuzco

• San Lorenzo

• Copan

Which is considered a major accomplishment of the Aztecs?

• They could memorize poems and stories.

• They forced people to pay taxes.

• Their empire was destroyed by the Chinese.

• They build a city with floating gardens.

Which civilization build more than 19,000 miles of roads?

• Aztec

• Maya

• Inca

• Olmec