Unit 2 Chapter 5 part 1 Test

What is the meaning of the word "population" in the context of the Aztec civilization?

• The number of temples in the Aztec civilization

• The number of people living in the Aztec civilization

• The number of animals in the Aztec civilization

• The number of warriors in the Aztec civilization

In the context of ancient Mesoamerican civilizations, what does the word "intercept" mean in the following scenario? "The Inca messenger was able to intercept the secret message before it reached the Aztec empire."

• To send a message

• To destroy a message

• To take a message while it’s on its way

• To write a message

Analyze the following sentence and determine the meaning of the word "empire": "The Aztec Empire was one of the largest empires in Mesoamerica, controlling vast territories across central Mexico."

• A small village

• A large territory or group of people under the total control of one ruler or government

• A type of government

• A type of building

What is the meaning of the word "tropical" in the context of the ancient Maya civilization's rainforest environment?

• Cold and dry

• Hot and dry

• Relating to the tropics, an area near the Equator where the weather is very warm

• Relating to the poles, an area with cold weather

Analyze the following sentence and determine the meaning of the word "civilization": "The ancient civilization of the Maya was known for its impressive architecture and complex society."

• A group of people living together in a well-organized way

• A type of government

• A type of building

• A type of language

In the context of ancient Mesoamerican civilizations, such as the Inca, Aztec, and Maya, what does the word "intersection" mean when referring to their road systems?

• A place where roads are parallel

• A place where roads come together

• A place where roads end

• A place where roads are closed

In the context of ancient Mesoamerican civilizations like the Maya, determine the meaning of the word "pyramid" as it relates to their architectural structures.

• A type of ancient writing

• A large structure with a square base and four triangular sides that form a point at the top

• A type of ancient tool

• A type of ancient clothing

In the context of ancient Mesoamerican civilizations like the Maya, what geographical feature does the term "peninsula" refer to?

• A large island

• A piece of land almost entirely surrounded by water that is attached to a larger land area

• A mountain range

• A desert

Analyze the following sentence and determine the meaning of the word "monument": "The Pyramid of the Sun is a monument that honors the ancient Aztec civilization."

• A type of government

• A building or statue that honors a person or an event

• A type of ancient tool

• A type of ancient clothing

Using the context of the sentence, what does the word "rainforest" mean in the following sentence? "The ancient Maya civilization thrived in the rainforest, which provided them with resources and a diverse ecosystem."

• A desert area with little rain

• A tropical wooded area with very tall trees that gets a lot of rain

• A cold forest with snow

• A grassland with few trees