Maya and Aztec

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How did the Maya use their advanced mathematical skills?

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to record astronomical observations.

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Why might the Maya make a sacrifice to the maize god?

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For a good harvest.

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Which of the following best describes the layout of a Maya city? A large pyramid surrounded by farm fields. A central plaza that served as a market. A central pyramid where the king lived alone. Pyramids surrounding the edges of the city.

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A central plaza that served as a market.

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In what modern-day country did the Aztec primarily live? Options: Peru, Colombia, Mexico, Panama

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Mexico

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What did the city-states under Aztec control get in return for the tribute they paid?

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Protection.

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Which of the following lists the Aztec classes in order from highest to lowest? emperor, farmers, nobles, serfs, emperor, nobles, farmers, serfs, nobles, serfs, farmers, emperor, emperor, nobles, serfs, farmers

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emperor, nobles, farmers, serfs

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What demonstrated that the Aztec were skilled astronomers?

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Their temples were built to line up with the sun and stars.

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What lake was the center of Aztec civilization?

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Lake Texcoco

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Why were chinampas important to the Aztec?

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They allowed for more usable land for farming.