Maya Civilization

Where was the Mayan Empire centered?

• Mexico

• Peru

• Guatemala

• Brazil

What were the Maya known for excelling at?

• Fishing

• Pottery

• Metalworking

• Weaving

During which period did the Maya civilization reach its peak?

• Preclassic Period

• Classic Period

• Postclassic Period

• Colonial Period

What were the Maya cities surrounded and supported by?

• Warriors

• Farmers

• Merchants

• Artisans

What were the Maya kings called?

• Pharaohs

• Emperors

• Sultans

• Kuhul ajaw

What significant advances did the Maya make in mathematics and astronomy?

• Invention of the wheel

• Discovery of electricity

• Use of the zero

• Creation of the internet

What caused the decline of the Maya civilization?

• Foreign invasion

• Epidemic diseases

• Environmental degradation

• Civil war

Where do descendants of the Maya still live today?

• Mexico

• Argentina

• Canada

• Guatemala

What natural resources did the Maya take advantage of in the rainforest?

• Gold and silver

• Oil and gas

• Limestone and obsidian

• Diamonds and gemstones

What is the site of the ruins of the ancient city of Tikal?

• Belize

• Honduras

• El Salvador

• Guatemala