The Geography of Mesoamerica

What is the main idea of the geography of Mesoamerica?

• Geographic factors had little influence on civilizations.

• Geography influenced the development of civilizations.

• Mesoamerica was isolated from other regions.

• Mesoamerica had a uniform climate.

Mesoamerica's landscape is divided into two main geographic areas: highlands and _______.

• deserts

• lowlands

• plateaus

• valleys

Which crops were known as the 'Three Sisters' in Mesoamerica?

• Wheat, rice, and barley

• Maize, squash, and beans

• Potatoes, tomatoes, and peppers

• Corn, soybeans, and peas

What technique did Mesoamerican farmers use in dense lowland jungles?

• Crop rotation

• Slash-and-burn agriculture

• Terrace farming

• Hydroponics

The highlands of Mesoamerica are generally _______ than the lowlands.

• warmer and wetter

• cooler and drier

• hotter and more humid

• more arid and barren

Which of the following crops was used to make chocolate in Mesoamerica?

• Maize

• Squash

• Cacao

• Avocado

The lowlands of Mesoamerica are crisscrossed by many _______.

• mountains

• rivers

• deserts

• forests

What geographic feature lies between the highlands of the Sierra Madre?

• Deserts

• Valleys

• Mountains

• Plains

Early Mesoamerican farmers learned to grow crops in different _______.

• seasons

• climates

• altitudes

• soils

Which civilization was one of the first to arise in Mesoamerica?

• Aztec

• Maya

• Olmec

• Inca