Ancient Civilizations of Latin America Quiz

Why did the Incans conduct a census every few years?

• C. To plan military campaigns

• D. To measure the size of their empire

• A. To organize festivals

• B. To know how many people they had and how much they could tax them

How did the Incans communicate without a written language?

• C. Through a system of knots on strings called quipus

• D. Through sign language

• B. Through oral storytelling

• A. Through hieroglyphics

What was the Incans' explanation for natural events?

• D. Divine intervention

• A. Scientific theories

• B. Mythical stories

• C. Polytheistic worship

What made the Incan buildings earthquake-proof?

• A. Use of advanced technology

• D. Regular maintenance

• B. Strategic location

• C. Mastery of building with stone

What was the primary crop cultivated by the Incans?

• A. Corn

• B. Wheat

• C. Potatoes

• D. Rice

How did the Incans manage their vast empire?

• A. Through a centralized government

• B. Through a decentralized government

• C. Through a system of regional governors

• D. Through a system of local chiefs

What was the Incans' approach to conquered peoples?

• A. They were enslaved

• B. They were integrated into Incan society

• C. They were expelled from the empire

• D. They were left to govern themselves