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Chapter 6 Mesoamerica (Vocabs, Names, and Places)

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

Which term refers to a carved or painted symbol that represents a word or sound in Mesoamerican writing? Hint: The Maya used these symbols in their writing system.

a) Glyph
b) Codex
c) Popol Vuh
d) Creation story

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

Who was the last emperor of the Aztec Empire, defeated by the Spanish? Hint: He ruled during the time of the Spanish conquest.

a) Hernán Cortés
b) Moctezuma II
c) Templo Mayor
d) Chinampa

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

What was the main temple of the Aztec capital, dedicated to the gods of war and rain? Hint: This was one of the most sacred structures in Tenochtitlán.

a) Teotihuacán
b) Hernán Cortés
c) Chinampa
d) Templo Mayor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

What is the name of a large ancient Maya city, known as the "Cradle of Maya Civilization"? Hint: This massive city is one of the earliest known Maya urban centers.

a) Codex
b) Popol Vuh
c) El Mirador
d) Glyph

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

Which word describes land or resources that are shared by a group rather than owned individually? Hint: Many Indigenous societies managed resources together for survival.

a) Noble
b) Serf
c) Conquistador
d) Communal

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

Which term describes the raised steps carved into mountainsides to create flat land for farming? Hint: This method helps prevent soil erosion on slopes.

a) Highland
b) Terrace
c) Lowland
d) Monte Albán

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 2 pts

What is the term for a Spanish soldier or explorer who conquered lands in the Americas? Hint: These men were known for their battles against the Aztecs and Incas.

a) Conquistador
b) Noble
c) Serf
d) Chinampa

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