Mesoamerican Civilizations: Aztecs and Mayans Uncovered

The video explores the Aztec and Mayan civilizations, highlighting their differences in language, culture, and economy. It discusses their distinct writing systems, with the Mayans using hieroglyphs and the Aztecs using pictograms. The video also covers their agricultural practices, trade, and the use of cocoa beans as currency. It delves into the architectural achievements of both civilizations, including their cities and pyramids. Finally, it touches on the lasting influence of these ancient cultures on modern language and society.

Which civilization dominated the region from the 14th to the 16th century?

• The Mayans

• The Incas

• The Olmecs

• The Aztecs

How many official Maya languages are recognized in Guatemala?

• 10

• 15

• 29

• 21

What writing system did the Mayans use?

• Pictograms

• Alphabet

• Ideograms

• Hieroglyphs

What was the main crop for both the Aztecs and the Mayans?

• Rice

• Corn

• Potatoes

• Wheat

What was the currency used by Mayan merchants?

• Copper tokens

• Cocoa beans

• Gold coins

• Silver bars

What was the Aztec capital city built on?

• A desert

• A mountain

• A forest

• An island in a lake

How many cities did the Mayan civilization span across?

• 20

• 30

• 50

• 40

Which word is believed to have originated from a Mayan language?

• Avocado

• Coyote

• Chili

• Shark

What mineral was highly esteemed in both Aztec and Mayan cultures?

• Copper

• Jade

• Silver

• Gold

What was the Aztec's unique form of currency called?

• Feather money

• Stone money

• Shell money

• Axe money