Maya Civilization Quiz

What is the primary region associated with the Maya civilization?

• Andes Mountains

• Amazon Rainforest

• Meso-America

• Sahara Desert

What is the geographical location of the Mayan civilization?

• Southern Africa

• Central America

• Eastern Asia

• Western Europe

Which city-state is known for its large pyramid and is a part of the Mayan civilization?

• Chichen Itza

• Cairo

• Babylon

• Beijing

What is the name of the Peninsula that the Mayans settled on?

• Yucatan

• Florida

• Palisados

• Yatze

What are elaborate headdresses called?

• Penacho

• Sombrero

• Turban

• Beret

What was not allowed in Pok-a-tok?

• Using hands

• Using hips

• Using elbows

• Using knees

What role did trade play in the Mayan economy?

• It was insignificant

• It connected different city-states

• It was only for local consumption

• It was limited to one city-state

What was the primary basis of the Mayan economy?

• Mining

• Agriculture

• Manufacturing

• Fishing

Who played a central role in conducting rituals in Mayan society?

• Warriors

• Farmers

• Priests

• Kings

What was the second type of pyramid dedicated to?

• The king

• The gods

• The ancestors

• The sun