Olmec Civilization Quiz

What was a significant feature of Olmec cities?

• Skyscrapers

• Pyramids and temples

• Underground tunnels

• Floating markets

What type of game did the Olmec play?

• A combination of modern soccer and basketball

• A form of chess

• A type of wrestling

• A version of cricket

What natural event helped Olmec agriculture?

• Earthquakes

• Heavy rains causing floods

• Volcanic eruptions

• Droughts

Which of the following was NOT an ancient civilization mentioned as similar to the Olmec?

• Mesopotamia

• Egypt

• India

• Greece

Which Olmec city is mentioned in the text?

• Tikal

• San Lorenzo

• Machu Picchu

• Teotihuacan

What was the main idea of the Olmec civilization's influence?

• It was isolated and had no influence.

• It was one of the region’s earliest civilizations and influenced later cultures.

• It was a military powerhouse.

• It was known for its maritime trade.

What did the Olmec build for athletic activities?

• Swimming pools

• Running tracks

• Courts for a ball game

• Archery ranges

Which of the following is NOT a city mentioned in the Olmec civilization?

• La Venta

• Tres Zapotes

• San Lorenzo

• Chichen Itza

How tall can the Olmec stone heads stand?

• 5 feet

• 8 feet

• 10 feet

• 12 feet

What method might Olmec laborers have used to move the stone heads?

• Dragging with ropes

• Rolling on logs

• Using animals

• Floating on rafts