A group of people who have inhabited a region that includes parts of present-day Mexico and Central America from thousands of years ago to the present. Before the arrival of Europeans, Maya cities and civilization thrived in rainforest locations between about 200 and 900 AD/CE.

A type of ancient writing system used exclusively in Egypt.

A festival celebrated in South America to mark the harvest season.

A mountain range located in northern Africa.

A society or group of people, with similar religious beliefs, customs, language, and form of government.

A type of government ruled only by kings and queens.

A small family living in isolation from others.

A single building used for religious ceremonies.

The style and construction of a building.

A type of musical instrument.

A method of cooking pasta.

A form of transportation.

An expert in the study of ancient people and the objects from their time period that remain, generally including stones and bones, and pottery.

A scientist who studies the stars and planets.

A person who writes novels and stories.

A professional who treats sick animals.

A city that is an independent political state with its own ruling government.

A city that is part of a larger country and has no government of its own.

A city that is only a cultural center and not a political entity.

A city that is governed by multiple countries at the same time.

A building with a religious use or meaning.

A type of fruit found in tropical regions.

A musical instrument used in orchestras.

A style of ancient clothing.

A picture or symbol representing an idea, an object, a syllable, or a sound.

A type of ancient weapon used in battles.

A traditional dance performed in Egypt.

A rare mineral found in deserts.

To give or to kill something for a religious purpose.

To celebrate a festival with friends.

To build a house for someone.

To travel to a new country.