Maya Civilization Quiz

Which countries did the Maya civilization thrive in?

• Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, and El Salvador

• Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador

• Egypt, Sudan, and Libya

• China, Japan, and Korea

How many main periods can the Maya civilization be divided into?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Who were at the top of the Maya social structure?

• Nobles

• Commoners

• Kings

• Slaves

What type of belief system did the Maya have?

• Monotheistic

• Polytheistic

• Atheistic

• Pantheistic

What were the Maya known for in terms of architecture?

• Building castles

• Constructing bridges

• Creating pyramids

• Designing cathedrals

What is the name of the important surviving Maya text?

• The Bible

• The Quran

• The Dresden Codex

• The Epic of Gilgamesh

What significant mathematical concept did the Maya develop?

• Algebra

• Geometry

• Calculus

• Zero

What advanced technique did Maya farmers use for agriculture?

• Terracing

• Irrigation

• Crop rotation

• Genetic modification

What are the staple crops of the Maya civilization?

• Rice, wheat, and barley

• Maize, beans, and squash

• Potatoes, quinoa, and tomatoes

• Cassava, yams, and plantains

What are some theories for the decline of the Maya civilization?

• Alien invasion

• Environmental factors, warfare, and political instability

• Natural disasters

• Time travel