Maya- lesson 4

How did King Pakal become king?

• He was chosen by the people.

• His father passed the throne to him.

• His mother crowned him king.

• He won a battle to claim the throne.

Why did people speak softly about King Pakal's path to kingship during King Chan Balam's reign?

• They feared King Chan Balam would not like it.

• It was a secret tradition.

• They were mourning King Pakal.

• The story was not important.

What was the main reason for the large, bustling market in the city?

• A regular weekly trade day.

• The Festival of the First Star.

• A royal decree for a special sale.

• A gathering for a sporting event.

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What did the ancient Maya believe about stars and planets, and how did they study them?

• They believed they were distant lands and used telescopes.

• They believed they were gods and built observatories.

• They believed they were omens and used magic.

• They believed they were just lights and ignored them.

What was a significant achievement of the Maya based on their observation of stars and planets?

• Developing advanced irrigation systems.

• Creating the most accurate calendar in the world.

• Building complex road networks.

• Inventing a new form of currency.

What celestial body did the Maya refer to as the "First Star" in their festivals?

• The North Star

• Mars

• Venus

• Jupiter

What happened to Peek during the canoe journey home?

• He fell asleep in the canoe.

• He nearly fell into the river.

• He discovered a new animal.

• He started singing loudly.