Maya Culture and Contributions

The video explores the rich heritage of the Maya people, highlighting their diverse population across Mesoamerica and their linguistic and cultural connections. It delves into the Maya's astronomical knowledge and their development of accurate calendar systems. The video also covers the Maya's achievements in writing, mathematics, and city-building, and discusses the factors that led to the decline of their great cities. Despite historical challenges, the Maya have preserved their culture through language, traditions, and a deep connection with nature.

How many Mayan languages are spoken today?

• More than 10

• More than 30

• More than 40

• More than 20

What is one of the key elements of Maya culture?

• Digital technology

• Urbanization

• Relationship with corn

• Industrialization

What did the Maya develop by observing the skies?

• A trade route

• A political system

• A new language

• A calendar system

Which mathematical concept did the Maya invent?

• Infinity

• Zero

• Square root

• Pi

What is a possible reason for the abandonment of Maya cities?

• Lack of interest

• Overuse of natural resources

• Peaceful migration

• Technological advancement

How have the Maya preserved their culture despite Spanish oppression?

• By isolating themselves

• By adopting new languages

• By maintaining traditional practices

• By abandoning traditions

What traditional practice do the Maya continue today?

• Building skyscrapers

• Growing corn

• Mining

• Fishing

What do the ancient designs on Maya clothes reflect?

• Star patterns

• Modern art

• Geometric shapes

• Animal figures

In what fields are modern Maya people active?

• Only in agriculture

• Only in traditional crafts

• In various professions

• Only in tourism