Maya Civilization Flashcards

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What was the main purpose of the pyramids built by the Maya

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To function as religious temples

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According to the text, how did archaeologists begin to decode Maya hieroglyphs

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With the help of early computers in the 1960s

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In the Maya ball game pok-ta-pok, what was NOT allowed

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Using hands and feet to play

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What impressive astronomical calculation did the Maya make

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The length of a year as 365.2420 days

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How did Maya farmers primarily make their living

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Growing corn and other crops

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At what age did Maya children begin taking on new responsibilities

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Five years old

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What mathematical concept did the Maya develop that was revolutionary for their time

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Zero

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How many months were in the Maya solar calendar

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Eighteen months plus a five-day month

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What happened to Maya civilization between 800 and 900 CE

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Their cities were mysteriously abandoned

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How did Maya priests determine important dates for activities

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By studying the stars