Maya Civilization Quiz

What technology is being used to reveal the hidden ancient Maya cities?

• Sonar mapping

• Satellite imaging

• Ground-penetrating radar

• Lidar scanning

What is the purpose of lidar scanning in the Amazon?

• To study tree species

• To map ancient ruins

• To monitor deforestation

• To track wildlife migration

What was the cause of the massive breakdown of the Maya civilization in 700 A.D?

• War

• Religious cults and mass sacrifice

• Famine

• All of the above

What is the significance of the discovery of ancient Maya paintings in a cave?

• They were used for astronomical observations

• They depict living beings in the underworld

• They were painted by the southern Maya civilization

• They date back to the pre-classic period

What is the purpose of the secondary burial practice of the Maya?

• To honor deceased ancestors

• To hide the remains of enemies

• To mark the location of valuable artifacts

• To create a sacred space for religious rituals