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Which are reasons for the downfall of the Aztecs?
guns and canons
no immunity to diseases
dogs
allies from other tribes
horses
In the year 2000, what had Mexico had for 71 years?
the same political party
the same president
inflation
lack of independence
Mexico City is one of the
largest cities in the world.
oldest cities in Europe.
one of the world's lowest cities in elevation.
cleanest cities in the Americas.
Who were the first people to live in Mexico?
the Olmecs
the Aztecs
the Mayas
the white soxs
In what year did Mexico gain it's independence from Spain?
1821
1820
1822
1819
Who conquered early Mexico?
Herman Cortes
Christopher Columbus
Hernan Cortes
Harold Coman
Compared to Southern parts of Mexico, Northern Mexico has______?
fewer temperature changes during the year
more hurricanes
a higher population
a drier climate with less annual rainfall
What are the effects of altitude?
As altitude decreases, the temperature grows colder.
As altitude increases, the temperature grows colder.
as altitude decreases, participation is more likely.
There is little to no effect.
Choose the BEST answer: Why did the Aztecs build Aqueducts?
to plant crops on the lake.
To water their crops
to make travel easier
to carry water to the capital
Choose all that apply: How did the Maya use astronomy?
to create calendars
to plan religious ceremonies
to help them travel
to help determine when to plant crops
What was credited with marking the beginning of agriculture in the Mexico Region?
farming techniques introduced by Spanish explorers
trade developed by the Maya.
engineering land plots in the shallow rivers by the Aztecs
Natives growing wild grass called Maize.
Choose all that apply:
Which are impacts of urban growth in Mexico?
erosion and decrease in biodiversity
air pollution
Land becoming desert-like
lack of clean water
Of the following, which is MOST responsible for the Mexican Revolution?
the Enlightenment Movement
The wealthy inhabitants unwilling to give up their land.
Widespread, longterm poverty
The resistance of the natives to accept Spain's religions.
The tropical location of Mexico makes it susceptible to which type of natural disaster?
tornadoes
hurricanes
floods
earthquakes
Which of the following is NOT considered a resource of Mexico?
hydroelectric power
petroleum
Metals such as: copper, lead, zinc
fertile farmland
How does irrigation cause problems on the farms in Mexico?
plant rot due to over watering
the process causes erosion of fertile topsoil
irrigation causes salt buildup in the soil which makes reduces fertility.
Irrigation leads to overgrazing which makes the land desert-like.
What is the biggest reason for Mexico's population growth?
improvements in healthcare
better supply of food from farming
immigration to Mexico
Wage increases for Mexican workers
True or False
Deforestation causes erosion and a decrease in biodiversity.
True
False
True or False
Overgrazing leads to more fertile farmland.
True
False
Choose all that apply:
Which of the following were reasons why Spanish explorers went to Mexico.
They were looking for gold and silver
They wanted to spread their religion
They were seeking land for colinization
They wanted to test their army against the Mighty Aztecs
They were seeking the exotic animals in the rain forest.
What year did Mexico revolt against Spain?
1821
1810
1519
1910
What year did Mexico win its independence?
1519
1810
1821
1859
What year was the beginning of the Mexican revolution?
1810
1821
1910
1917
Ocean that touches California and the west coast of Mexico.
Pacific Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Gulf of Meixco
Gulf of California
This southeast tip of Mexico is covered in tropical rainforests and a popular tourist location.
Yucatan Peninsula
Baja California Peninsula
Mexican Plateau
Ciudad Juarez
This runs through the center of Mexico and is surrounded by three mountain ranges.
Mexican Plateau
Sierra Madre Del Sur
Mexico City
Sierra Madre Occidental
Which feature is number 1 on?
Baja California
Yucatan Peninsula
Mexico City (Tenochtitlan)
Which body of water is number 2 in?
Gulf of Mexico
Gulf of California
Rio Grande
Which body of water is number 5 pointing to?
Gulf of California
Rio Grande
Mexico River
Which feature is number 9 on?
Plateau of Mexico
Yucatan Peninsula
Chihuahua Peninsula
Which body of water is number 10 in?
Rio Grande
Gulf of California
Gulf of Mexico
