Maya Civilization Quiz

What was the golden age or peak of Maya civilization?

• 200-500

• 300-900

• 400-1000

• 500-800

Which of the following was NOT a method used by the Maya to create fields for their crops?

• Slash and burn

• Crop rotation

• Aqueduct construction

• Leaving the field fallow

Which crop is NOT listed as being grown by the Maya?

• Rice

• Maize (corn)

• Sweet potatoes

• Tobacco

What was the primary purpose of burning cut trees and vegetation in Maya agriculture?

• To scare away animals

• To help the soil become more fertile

• To signal other tribes

• To create paths for water irrigation

Where was the Maya civilization primarily located?

• Yucatan Peninsula

• Andes Mountains

• Amazon Basin

• Baja California

What method did the Maya use to cultivate crops in swampy areas?

• They used natural lakes for farming

• They built raised fields by placing mud and seeds onto raised woven mats

• They relied solely on rainwater

• They planted crops directly into the swamp without any modifications

What was the purpose of terraces in Maya agriculture?

• To build homes for the population

• To collect rainwater for drinking

• To create long, narrow fields on hills or mountains

• To serve as places for religious ceremonies

What infrastructure did the Maya develop to support agriculture during droughts?

• Solar panels

• Underground rain reservoirs and irrigation channels

• Large public wells

• Water towers

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the development of Maya city-states?

• Increased crop yields

• Similar culture to Greek city-states

• Need for centralized religious sites

• Trade of goods like honey, salt, and jade

Which Maya city-states were considered the most powerful?

• Tikal and Calakmul

• Palenque and Copan

• Chichen Itza and Uxmal

• Tikal and Chichen Itza