Ancient Civilizations of Mesoamerica Quiz

The earliest known civilization in Mesoamerica is the

• Chavin

• Maya

• Moche

• Olmec

A study of the Maya agricultural systems would show that they...

• Utilized an extensive road system

• relied on extensive food trade within their city-states.

• adapted to their environments with creative farming techniques like raised beds.

Aztecs developed a system for farming that was unique to their civilization. They built "floating islands" that served as farmland to grow crops. What were these called by the Aztecs?

• Conquistadors

• Chinampas

• Terraces

• Floating gardens

Which of the following actions by Montezuma gave the Spanish an advantage in defeating the Aztec?

• Cortes training his men to become a fighting force

• Montezuma treating the Spanish like honored guests

• Cortes forming alliances with other natives

Which statement is true?

• The Aztec Empire became smaller over a range of years

• The Aztec Empire was not near any oceans

• The Aztec Empire grew over a range of years

• The Aztec Empire did not show any growth

What two Mesoamerican civilizations were destroyed by the Spanish?

• Incas and Aztecs

• Olmecs and Mayans

• Incas and Olmecs

• Aztecs and Mayans

Use the passage and your knowledge of social studies to answer the question. Which of the following best describes how the Aztec Empire controlled the different peoples that they conquered throughout Mesoamerica?

• The Aztecs made the conquered societies pay tribute to the emperor.

• The Aztecs created new governments in the conquered societies.

What was the most important crop for consumption and trade in Mesoamerica?

• Potatoes

• Gold

• Peppers

• Maize

Which civilization created a number system with a symbol for zero and had an accurate calendar?

• Inca

• Olmec

• Maya

• Aztec

The Mayan and Aztec civilizations advanced the development of —

• calendars

• printing

• ocean navigation

• manufacturing goods