U7L30 - Achievements of the Maya, Aztecs, and Incas

Which of the following civilizations is the oldest?

• Aztec

• Classic

• Incan

• Mayan

Which of the following civilizations was located in South America?

• Aztec

• Classic

• Incan

• Mayan

Which of the following is an example of scientists studying artifacts to learn about the Aztecs?

• scientists reading a book written by a Spanish priest

• scientists interviewing people related to ancient Aztecs

• scientists studying a piece of sculpture

• scientists mapping the location of Aztec cities

The Maya calculated a solar calendar with

• 52 days.

• 260 days.

• 365 days.

• 515 days.

Which of the following was a feature of Maya mathematics?

• place values based on 10

• the number zero

• Roman numerals

• knotted strings for counting

The Maya built upright stone slabs called

• corbel vaults.

• steles.

• glyphs.

• huipiles.

Which civilization was known for developing the most complex system of writing in the Americas?

• Aztecs

• Inca

• Maya

• Quecha

A historian might study glyphs to learn about

• • traditional designs used in Mayan fabric.

• dialects spoken by Mesoamericans today.

• the paint mixed by ancient Mayan painters.

• inscriptions on ancient pieces of stoneware.

One of the Aztecs most important architectural achievements was the construction of

• suspension bridges.

• Tenochtitlán.

• quipus.

• pictographs.

A scientist studying the Aztec calendar would be most interested in

• a chinampa.

• a causeway.

• • the Sun Stone.

• a feathered headdress.