Mr. Nicky's Ancient Civilizations of the Americas

Which civilization is known as the cultural mother of the Maya?

• The Toltecs

• The Incas

• The Olmecs

• The Aztecs

Which crop was essential to the diet of ancient American civilizations?

• Wheat

• Barley

• Rice

• Maize

Which civilization is known for the creation of the zero concept in mathematics?

• The Aztecs

• The Olmecs

• The Incas

• The Maya

What was a major reason for the Aztec Empire's downfall?

• Economic collapse

• Natural disasters

• Spanish conquest

• Internal rebellion

How did the Aztecs expand their empire?

• Through trade and economic dominance

• By building alliances and waging wars

• By adopting the cultures of conquered peoples

• Through peaceful negotiations

Which civilization built the city on Lake Texcoco?

• The Maya

• The Olmecs

• The Aztecs

• The Incas

What was the capital city of the Inca Empire?

• Tenochtitlan

• Tiwanaku

• Cuzco

• Machu Picchu

What was a unique feature of Inca administration?

• Use of hieroglyphics

• A network of roads for rapid communication

• Use of gold as currency

• A caste system based on occupation

What was the primary purpose of the Inca road system?

• Public parades

• Religious pilgrimages

• Trade

• Military movement

What architectural feature is common among ancient American civilizations?

• Stone palaces and temple pyramids

• Brick ziggurats

• Wooden longhouses

• Clay huts