Machu Picchu Quiz

Where is Machu Picchu located?

• Northwest of Cusco, Peru

• South of Lima, Peru

• East of Quito, Ecuador

• West of Santiago, Chile

How long did the Inca civilization stretch along South America's Pacific coastline?

• 1,500 miles

• 2,500 miles

• 3,500 miles

• 4,500 miles

What material did the Incas notably avoid using in the construction of Machu Picchu?

• Iron

• Wood

• Mortar

• Steel

Why do the stones of Machu Picchu remain intact during earthquakes?

• They are glued together

• They are cut and fit precisely

• They are made of flexible material

• They are supported by metal rods

What is one theory about the purpose of Machu Picchu?

• A ceremonial site

• A residential area

• A commercial hub

• A marketplace

Why is there no written record explaining the exact purpose of Machu Picchu?

• The records were hidden

• The records were lost

• The records were destroyed

• The Inca had no written language

Who led Hiram Bingham to the site of Machu Picchu?

• A Spanish conquistador

• A local farmer named Melchor Artie Agha

• An Inca descendant

• A Peruvian historian

In which century was Machu Picchu rediscovered by the outside world?

• 17th century

• 18th century

• 19th century

• 20th century

When did UNESCO designate Machu Picchu as a world heritage site?

• 1993

• 2003

• 1983

• 1973

Why do visitors from around the world come to Machu Picchu today?

• To learn about the Inca language

• To explore its natural beauty

• To pay homage to its history

• To study its construction