Mexican History Review

Which of the following accurately orders the early Native civilizations of Mexico? (Chronological)

• Olmec, Mayan, Aztec

• Mayan, Aztec, Olmec

• Aztec, Olmec, Mayan

Which ancient civilization created large stone statues, jewelry made of jade, and was the first to grow maize?

• Mayan

• Olmec

• Aztec

Which ancient civilization created the 365 day calendar, pyramids, and hieroglyphics?

• Aztec

• Olmec

• Mayan

Which ancient civilization was known as the Mexica, built large steeped pyramids, and arguably had the greatest impact on Mexico today of the ancient civilizations?

• Olmec

• Aztec

• Mayan

The Aztec capital city of Tenochtitlan is where what Mexican city lies?

• Guadalajara

• Monterrey

• Mexicali

• Mexico City

Which Conquistador led the conquest of Mexico?

• Hernan Cortez

• Francisco Pizarro

• Miguel Hidalgo

• Emiliano Zapata

Which Mexican priest led a revolt against Spain before being executed?

• Hernan Cortez

• Miguel Hidalgo

• Emiliano Zapata

• Poncho Villa

In 1821, Mexico gained its independence from what country?

• Portugal

• Italy

• Spain

• The U.S.

Who led a peasant revolt against the Mexico ruling class to redistribute wealth and land among the people?

• Hernan Cortez

• Hernan Cortez

• Emiliano Zapata

• Poncho Villa

What war was ended by the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo and saw Mexico cede land to the U.S. including CA, AZ, NM, NV, and UT?

• Spanish American War

• Mexican-American War

• Mexican Civil War

• War for Texas Independence