Civilizations of Middle America

What is Mesoamerica

• A type of ancient pottery found in the Americas.
• Mesoamerica is a region in the Americas known for its ancient civilizations and cultural developments.
• A style of music popular in South America.
• A modern city in North America.

What is Maize

• Maize is a fruit commonly found in tropical regions.
• Maize is a cereal grain also known as corn.
• Maize is a type of vegetable.
• Maize is a type of animal feed.

What is Olmec

• A famous Mexican dish made with corn.
• An ancient Mesoamerican civilization known for their large stone heads.
• A modern art movement in the 20th century.
• A type of ancient pottery from Europe.

What is Stela

• A modern sculpture style
• A carved stone slab or pillar used in ancient cultures.
• A religious text from the Middle Ages
• A type of ancient pottery

What is the Valley of Mexico

• A coastal region known for its beaches.
• A desert area in northern Mexico.
• A mountain range in the southern part of the country.
• A highland basin in central Mexico, historically significant for the Aztec civilization.

What is Tenochtitian

• The capital city of the Aztec Empire.
• A famous Aztec ruler known for his conquests.
• A type of ancient weapon used by the Aztecs.
• A traditional Aztec dance performed during festivals.

What is a chinampa

• A chinampa is a type of ancient Mesoamerican weapon.
• A chinampa is a traditional Mesoamerican dance.
• A chinampa is a type of pottery used in Mesoamerican cultures.
• A chinampa is a floating garden used in Mesoamerican agriculture.

What is a tribute

• A tribute is a form of entertainment or performance.
• A tribute is a type of currency used in trade.
• A tribute is a legal document for property ownership.
• A tribute is a payment or act showing respect or allegiance.

What is Teotihuacan

• A famous painting by a Mexican artist
• A modern city in the United States
• Teotihuacan is an ancient city in Mexico, famous for its pyramids and urban planning.
• A type of ancient pottery from Europe