Journey Through Ancient Mesoamerican Civilizations

Join Mr. George on a journey through ancient Mesoamerica, exploring the Olmec, Maya, and Aztec civilizations. Learn about their impressive achievements in architecture, art, and astronomy, as well as their daily life, education, and religious practices. Discover the unique aspects of each civilization, from the Olmec stone heads to the Maya's advanced calendar and the Aztec's engineering marvels. This educational adventure highlights the rich cultural heritage of Mesoamerica.

Which region is known as Mesoamerica?

• Parts of Europe

• Parts of Africa

• Parts of Mexico and Central America

• Parts of South America

What are the Olmec giant stone heads believed to represent?

• Their gods

• Their artists

• Their leaders

• Their warriors

What was one of the Olmec's significant contributions to Mesoamerican architecture?

• The first pyramids

• The first temples

• The first roads

• The first bridges

What writing system did the Maya develop?

• Cuneiform

• Pictographic

• Hieroglyphic

• Alphabetic

Which Maya city is famous for its large pyramid?

• Tikal

• Palenque

• Chichen Itza

• Copan

Where was the Aztec capital city located?

• On a lake

• On a mountain

• In a forest

• In a desert

What was a popular game played by the Maya?

• Patoli

• Pits

• Tlachtli

• Ulama

What materials did the Aztecs use to craft jewelry and masks?

• Silver and jade

• Gold and turquoise

• Bronze and obsidian

• Copper and emerald

What did the Maya believe their priests could do by studying the stars?

• Find hidden treasures

• Communicate with animals

• Predict the future

• Control the weather

What offerings did the Aztecs make to please their gods?

• Water and fire

• Animals and plants

• Food and flowers

• Gold and silver