Meso-American Civilizations Quiz A

Which civilization settled in the Yucatan Peninsula?

• Maya

• Aztec

• Inca

Which civilization settled in the Andes Mountains of South America?

• Maya

• Aztec

• Inca

Which civilization settled in Central Mexico?

• Maya

• Aztec

• Inca

Which civilization implemented this type of farming?

• Maya

• Aztec

• Inca

Which characteristic describes the religious beliefs of the early American civilizations?

• monotheistic

• Buddhist

• polytheistic

• animism

Which of the following was an achievement made by the Maya?

• calendar systems

• floating gardens

• quipu

• terrace farming

Why did the Maya and Aztecs seek captives in war?

• the marry Maya people

• to sacrifice their lives to the gods

• to use as household servants

• to work the land

Why were human sacrifices made?

• too many people loved in the city

• a punishment for not following the rules

• to please the gods in hopes of a bountiful harvest

• animals were considered sacred so humans were used

The Inca were located at what letter on the map?
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• A
• B
• C

Who conquered the Aztecs?

• Inca from South America conquered land up north

• Spanish Conquistador, Hernan Cortes

• Spanish Explorer, Christopher Columbus

• The Portuguese, enslaving their people