Mayan Civilization Knowledge Assessment

The video explores various aspects of the Mayan civilization, including their calendar aligned with the stars, the unique ballgames they played, and their complex hieroglyphic writing system. It delves into Mayan mythology, describing the creation of the world and the construction of grand pyramid-shaped temples. The video also uncovers secret tunnels beneath these temples, possibly used for religious purposes or as burial sites. Finally, it discusses the abrupt decline of the Mayan civilization, presenting several theories for this historical mystery.

What was the primary purpose of the Mayan calendar?

• To predict weather patterns

• To align with the stars

• To track agricultural seasons

• To organize religious festivals

In Mayan ballgames, what was considered an instant win?

• Keeping the ball in the air for 10 minutes

• Scoring the most points

• Getting the ball through a stone circle

• Hitting the ball with the head

Which part of the body was NOT used in Mayan ballgames?

• Hips

• Feet

• Thighs

• Upper arms

What material were the first humans made from according to Mayan mythology?

• Maize

• Clay

• Stone

• Wood

What writing system did the Mayans use?

• Alphabetic

• Cuneiform

• Hieroglyphic

• Pictographic

What was the purpose of the secret tunnels under Mayan temples?

• Trade routes

• Escape routes

• Worship and possibly human sacrifices

• Storage of food

What did the pools of mercury and fool's gold in the tunnels represent?

• The sun

• The stars

• The earth

• The ocean

Who was buried in the tunnels under the Mayan temples?

• Common people

• Priests

• Powerful kings

• Warriors

Which of the following is NOT a theory for the end of the Mayan civilization?

• Prolonged drought

• Foreign invasion

• Overhunting

• Volcanic eruption

What remains as evidence of the Mayan civilization's ingenuity?

• Artworks

• Written records

• Oral traditions

• Architectural structures