Maya Civilization: Causes of Decline

The video explores the disappearance of the Maya civilization, highlighting their achievements in calendar systems, writing, and architecture. It discusses possible causes for their decline, such as overpopulation, warfare, alien invasion, and environmental factors like deforestation and drought. The video includes reading comprehension and writing activities to reinforce learning.

What are the Mayas recognized for?

• Their advanced military strategies

• Their calendar and writing systems

• Their maritime navigation skills

• Their modern technological inventions

Which of the following is a suggested cause for the Maya's disappearance?

• A volcanic eruption

• A massive earthquake

• Overpopulation leading to resource scarcity

• A global pandemic

What environmental factor is mentioned as a possible reason for the Maya's decline?

• Rising sea levels

• Deforestation causing droughts

• Extreme cold temperatures

• Tsunamis

Which theory suggests an unusual cause for the Maya's disappearance?

• Alien invasion

• Economic collapse

• Political corruption

• Cultural assimilation

Which of the following is NOT a suggested cause for the Maya's disappearance?

• Warfare

• Alien abduction

• Deforestation

• Industrial pollution

What task involves deciding the truthfulness of statements?

• Drawing a map of Maya territory

• Listing Maya achievements

• Completing true/false questions

• Writing a short summary

What is one of the writing tasks mentioned in the exercises?

• Write a fictional story about the Mayas

• Write a poem about the Mayas

• Write 10 inventions and achievements of the Mayas

• Write a letter to a Maya king

What is the purpose of the exercises section?

• To explore modern Maya culture

• To test understanding of the Maya's disappearance

• To discuss the future of Maya studies

• To provide a detailed history of the Mayas