Ancient American Civilizations

The video explores the cultural, scientific, and societal achievements of ancient American civilizations, including the Olmec, Maya, Aztec, and Inca. It highlights their contributions to art, science, and governance, as well as their interactions with European conquerors. The video also discusses the social structures and technological innovations that allowed these civilizations to thrive despite geographic challenges.

Which civilization is known for their large stone heads and cultural influence on the Maya?

• Aztec

• Inca

• Olmec

• Maya

What was a significant contribution of the Maya civilization?

• Development of the wheel

• Building aqueducts

• Hieroglyphic writing

• Construction of Machu Picchu

Which civilization built their city on Lake Texcoco?

• Aztec

• Maya

• Olmec

• Inca

What was a key factor in the downfall of the Aztec Empire?

• Economic collapse

• Spanish conquest

• Internal civil war

• Natural disasters

Which civilization used quipus for record-keeping?

• Maya

• Inca

• Olmec

• Aztec

What was a major agricultural achievement of the Inca civilization?

• Slash-and-burn farming

• Terrace farming

• Irrigation canals

• Crop rotation

Which civilization is associated with Machu Picchu?

• Maya

• Olmec

• Inca

• Aztec

Which civilization is known for their terrace farming in the Andes?

• Olmec

• Maya

• Inca

• Aztec

How did ancient American civilizations overcome geographic challenges?

• Using iron tools

• Building roads

• Innovative farming techniques

• Domesticating horses

What was a common feature of ancient American civilizations?

• Iron weaponry

• Hierarchical social structures

• Monotheistic religion

• Use of the wheel