Quiz: Maya

Mayans created the concept of Zero

• True

• False

Which of the following is a Mayan achievement?

• Mayan Calendar

• System Of Writing

• Building Pyramids

• All of the above

What was the Mayans main crop?

• Rice

• Oats

• Corn

• Wheat

Which best describes the location civilization of the Mayan Civilization?

• Deserts in Mexico

• Rainforest in Guatemala and Mexico

• Woodlands in North America

• Mountains in Brazil

The Mayans lived in what continent?

(a)  

What was the long term effects of Slash-and-Burn?

• It dried up the water in the swamps

• It lead to a drought

• The soil became worn out

Why would astronomy and calendars be important to the Maya, Aztec, and Inca?

• So they would know when to plant and harvest crops

• So they could know where to build temples

• So they can pray to the gods for rain

Why did the Maya sacrifice people?

• To take their land

• To make sure the gods were sad

• To please the gods

• None of the above

What are Hieroglyphics?

• a form of writing that uses picture to write on a stele

• an ancient form of writing that uses pictures for letters

• pictures that tell a story

The Mayan pyramids were used to

• Store food and weapons

• Bury the kings treasures

• Play the ceremonial ballgame

• Have religious ceremonies and sacrifice to the gods