Mayans Quiz

In which of these countries would you NOT find the Maya people?

• Mexico

• Belize

• Spain

• Guatemala

The Mayan civilization began....

• around 2000BC

• around 200 years ago

• around 2000 years ago

• in 1066

What are the main occupations of Maya people today?

• Manufacturing.

• Dairy farming and building.

• Corn farming and crafts such as weaving.

• Tourism.

What did John Stephens and Frederick Catherwood rediscover in 1839?

• Mexican treasure.

• Macchu Picchu.

• Pok-a-tok.

• Ancient Mayan cities.

Which of the following took place at Chichen Itza? Tick all that apply.

• Human sacrifice

• Ball games

• Animal sacrifice

• Car racing

Why did the ancient Maya leave their jungle cities?

• They were eaten by predators such as jaguars and crocodiles.

• Overpopulation, environmental degradation, warfare, shifting trade routes and extended drought.

• Plague wiped out their tribes.

• They moved North into what is now the USA.