Quiz #2

Which Mesoamerican civilization came first?

• Inca

• Olmec

• Aztec

• Maya

What major artistic accomplishments are the Olmec known for?

• Jade baby carvings

• colossal head statues

• Humanistic sculptures

• Interpretative dance

What type of religion did The Olmec practice?

• a. polytheistic

• b. monotheistic

• c. both a and b

• d. none of the above

What does the term "Meso" mean?

• a. center

• b. middle

• c. end

• d. outer

What is maize?

• sweet potatoes

• corn

• peas

• chili peppers

In the Olmec game, you could NOT touch the ball with your...

• Head

• Hands

• Hips

• Head

The Maya civilization was a group of connected city-states.

• True

• False

Compared to the Aztec and the Inca, the Maya civilization rose and fell

• first

• second

• third

• all of the above

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

Maya economy was based on...

• theocracy
• religious rituals
• agriculture and trade
• Chichen Itza & Tikal