Achievements of Native American Civilizations

The video explores the great ancient civilizations of the Americas, focusing on the Maya, Aztec, and Inca. It highlights their remarkable achievements in architecture, astronomy, agriculture, and engineering. The Maya were known for their precise calendar and astronomy, the Aztec for their innovative city planning and agriculture, and the Inca for their engineering feats and food preservation techniques. The video encourages further exploration of these civilizations' contributions to history.

Which ancient civilization is known for its advanced road-building techniques through dense jungles?

• The Aztec

• The Maya

• The Egyptians

• The Inca

What was unique about the Maya calendar compared to the one we use today?

• It was based on lunar cycles

• It was more accurate

• It required a leap year

• It was less accurate

What was the Aztec city of Tenochtitlan built on?

• A forest

• A mountain

• A desert

• A marshy lake

What did the Aztecs use as currency in their marketplaces?

• Obsidian stones

• Silver bars

• Cacao beans

• Gold coins

Which civilization is credited with inventing popcorn?

• The Inca

• The Aztec

• The Egyptians

• The Maya

How did the Inca adapt to living at high altitudes?

• By migrating to lower altitudes

• By building underground cities

• By developing larger lungs

• By using oxygen tanks

What was the primary purpose of Machu Picchu?

• A trade center

• A royal retreat

• A military fortress

• A religious temple

What was a significant architectural achievement of the Inca?

• Creating underground tunnels

• Developing skyscrapers

• Constructing suspension bridges

• Building pyramids

Despite not using the wheel, what did Native American civilizations achieve?

• They built large ships

• They developed advanced writing systems

• They constructed complex architectural structures

• They invented the steam engine

What is a common misconception about Native American civilizations?

• They had no written language

• They were isolated from other cultures

• They were technologically inferior

• They did not engage in trade