Aztec/Inca/Maya Flashcard

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Which civilization is known for creating a complex road system that connected their vast empire? Options: Maya, Inca, Aztec, Olmec

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Inca

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The Maya civilization is known for its advancements in which of the following fields? Metallurgy, Astronomy, Shipbuilding, Medicine

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Astronomy

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Which of the following was a major city of the Aztec civilization? Machu Picchu, Tikal, Tenochtitlán, Cuzco

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Tenochtitlán

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The Maya's Writing System is best described as...

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Hieroglyphics

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Which of the following best describes the primary purpose of the Maya pyramids? Residential buildings, Military fortresses, Religious temples, Marketplaces

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Religious temples

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The Aztec civilization was located in which present-day country?

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Mexico

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The Maya civilization developed a complex calendar system. What was the primary purpose of this calendar?

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To schedule religious ceremonies

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Which of the following statements best describes the Aztec practice of human sacrifice?
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It was a rare event conducted only during times of war.
It was a common practice to appease their gods.
It was outlawed by the Aztec rulers.
It was only performed on prisoners of war.

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It was a common practice to appease their gods.

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The Inca Empire was primarily located in which mountain range? Options: Andes, Rockies, Himalayas, Alps

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Andes

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The Maya developed an advanced understanding of: Electricity, Astronomy, Genetics, Chemistry

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Astronomy