Palenque: Mayan Civilization Insights

Palenque: Mayan Civilization Insights

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Liam Anderson

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Palenque, a stunning Mayan city in southern Mexico, is renowned for its architecture and advanced aqueduct system. Ruled by King Pakal in the 7th century AD, the city saw the construction of significant sites like the central palace and the Temple of the Inscriptions. In 1952, archaeologists discovered Pakal's tomb, revealing insights into Mayan beliefs about life and the afterlife. The sarcophagus lid illustrates the Mayan view of the universe, consisting of the earth, underworld, and heavens, highlighting the essence of Mayan religion.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes Palenque stand out among Mayan cities?

It has the most advanced technology.

Its architecture and carvings are among the finest.

It is the largest Mayan city.

It was the first Mayan city discovered.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant technological feature of Palenque?

A solar observatory

A network of underground tunnels

A sophisticated aqueduct system

A large defensive wall

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the ruler of Palenque during its peak in the 7th century AD?

King Pakal the Great

King Tutankhamun

King Montezuma

King Nebuchadnezzar

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did King Pakal the Great rule Palenque?

50 years

100 years

68 years

30 years

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant discovery was made in the Temple of the Inscriptions in 1952?

The tomb of King Pakal

A treasure trove of gold

An ancient map

A hidden library

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was King Pakal wearing in his tomb?

A golden crown

A jade death mask

A silver necklace

A feathered headdress

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do the images on King Pakal's sarcophagus lid represent?

The Mayan gods

The Mayan calendar

The history of Palenque

The Mayan belief in the universe's three levels

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