Mesoamerican Civilizations and Cultures

Matt Baker discusses the Pre-Columbian Americas using a foldout chart from his book. He covers civilizations like Nor-che Chico, Poverty Point, Olmecs, and others, highlighting their achievements and cultural significance. The video also explores North American First Peoples, Mesoamerican civilizations like the Mayans and Teotihuacan, and the rise and fall of various cultures. The video concludes with a brief overview of the Incas and Aztecs, encouraging further research.

What is the meaning of 'Meso' in Mesoamerica?

• North

• Ancient

• South

• Middle

Which civilization is considered one of the four oldest in the world and was located in the Andes?

• Olmec

• Nor-che Chico

• Mayan

• Aztec

What was a significant feature of the Poverty Point culture?

• Written symbols

• Large stone structures

• Mound building

• Pottery

Which civilization is known as the parent culture for other Mesoamerican civilizations?

• Mayan

• Aztec

• Olmec

• Inca

What was a unique cultural development in the American Southwest?

• Stone structures

• Mound building

• Basket making

• Pottery

Which civilization built the Pyramid of the Sun and Pyramid of the Moon?

• Teotihuacan

• Inca

• Mayan

• Aztec

What is the Mayan civilization particularly known for?

• Intricate calendar system

• Mound building

• Basket making

• Large stone heads

Which civilization is remembered for creating large geoglyphs visible from the air?

• Mayan

• Olmec

• Nazca

• Inca

What was the primary material used in Puebloan housing?

• Metal

• Wood

• Stone

• Mud bricks

Which civilization built Machu Picchu?

• Aztec

• Olmec

• Mayan

• Inca