Multiple Choice Questions about Machu Picchu

Where is Machu Picchu located?

• Chile

• Peru

• Bolivia

• Ecuador

Machu Picchu was built by which ancient civilization?

• Aztec

• Maya

• Inca

• Olmec

Approximately in which century was Machu Picchu constructed?

• 15th century

• 10th century

• 5th century

• 20th century

What is Machu Picchu often referred to as?

• The Lost City of the Incas

• The City of Gold

• The Sun Temple

• The Hidden Pyramid

Who is credited with bringing Machu Picchu to international attention in 1911?

• Francisco Pizarro

• Hiram Bingham

• Christopher Columbus

• Hernán Cortés

Which mountain overlooks Machu Picchu and is frequently climbed by visitors?

• Huayna Picchu

• Mount Everest

• Mount Kilimanjaro

• Mount Fuji

Which river flows near Machu Picchu?

• Amazon River

• Urubamba River

• Nile River

• Mississippi River

Which of the following is a fun fact about Machu Picchu?

• It is the highest city in the world.

• It was never discovered by the Spanish conquistadors.

• It remained hidden from the outside world until 1911.

• It was built entirely without the use of wheels.

What is one theory about the purpose of Machu Picchu?

• It was a large marketplace.

• It served as a prison.

• It was a royal estate for Inca emperors.

• It was a training ground for Inca warriors.

Which mountain range ran through the middle of the Inca Empire?

• Atlas

• Andes

• Rockies

• Himalayas