Civilizations of North America Quiz

What was the primary location of the Maya civilization?

• Andes Mountains

• Central Mexico

• Yucatan Peninsula

• Valley of Mexico

Which of the following was a key feature of Inca agriculture?

• Floating gardens

• High-Altitude Farming; Terrace Farming

• 365-day Calendar

• Causeways, Aqueducts, Dams, Canals

The Aztec economy was primarily based on what type of activity?

• Trade and Tribute

• Agriculture

• Road-building

• Astronomy

What was the premier city of the Aztec Empire?

• Machu Picchu

• Chichén Itzá

• Tenochtitlan

• Cuzco

Which civilization is associated with the construction of the Pyramid at Chichén Itzá?

• Olmecs

• Aztec

• Inca

• Maya

What was the main purpose of the quipus used by the Inca civilization?

• For making clothing

• For record-keeping

• For religious ceremonies

• For creating artwork

Which of the following was a common achievement among both the Aztec and Inca civilizations?

• Hieroglyphics

• Causeways, Aqueducts, Dams, Canals, Pyramids

• 365-day Calendar

• Colossal Heads

What was the Maya civilization known for?

• Their advanced use of technology

• Their complex writing system

• Their nomadic lifestyle

• Their use of iron tools

Which of the following best describes the Mayan Religion?

• Monotheistic

• Polytheistic

• Atheistic

• Agnostic

What was the capital city of the Aztec Empire?

• Machu Picchu

• Tenochtitlán

• Cuzco

• Tikal