Prehistoric Migration and Neolithic Revolution Quiz

During which period did prehistoric nomads migrate across the land bridge between Asia and America?

• Neolithic Revolution

• Bronze Age

• Ice Age

• Iron Age

Why are the Olmecs often called the "mother culture"?

• They were the first to develop writing.

• They influenced other Mesoamerican societies.

• They were the largest civilization.

• They had the most advanced technology.

Where was the first American civilization located?

• South America

• North America

• Mesoamerica

• The Caribbean

What did the Olmecs develop in Mesoamerica that brought them great wealth?

• Agriculture network

• Trade network

• Military network

• Educational network

What did the Olmecs use their wealth to build?

• Wooden houses

• Large stone monuments and pyramids

• Metal structures

• Canals and bridges

What did Olmec trade allow them to spread to other Mesoamericans?

• Technology

• Culture

• Language

• Religion

Which later culture was especially influenced by the Olmec civilization?

• Aztecs

• Incas

• Mayans

• Toltecs

What is this an image of?

• The sculpture is an Olmec colossal head.

• The sculpture is a Mayan pyramid.

• The sculpture is an Aztec calendar stone.

• The sculpture is a Greek statue.

How were the Mayans politically organized?

• Unified under a single ruler

• Divided into individual city-states ruled by king-gods

• Governed by a council of elders

• Controlled by foreign empires

Which group was at the top of the Mayan social hierarchy?

• Nobles, priests

• Warriors

• Kings (dynasties)

• Peasants