Mesoamerica Test

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What were the three groups of people that lived in Mesoamerica?

• Greeks, Italians, Mayans
• Aztecs, Incas, Mayans
• Romans, Egyptians, Greeks

The Aztecs settled in present day California.

• True
• False

What present day country did the Mayans settle in?

• Guatemala
• France
• Italy

Where did the Incas live?

(a)  

What continents was Mesoamerica located on?

• North and South America
• Australia and Europe
• North America and Asia

What is the name of the mountain range in South America?

• Alps
• Andes

Machu Picchu is a large, 15th-century Inca city in Peru. It was unknown to archaeologists until its ruins were re-discovered in 1911.

• True
• False

Why is Machu Picchu called a "lost city"?

• All cities in the mountains are called that
• The Spanish did not know about it when they conquered the Incas and was rediscovered by a local farmer.
• Cities that were founded before 1900 are considered lost since they are so old

What is one theory about why Machu Picchu was built?

• It was a place for pirates to escape from the police.
• It was a school for children.
• It was a vacation spot for the king and priests