Inca Society and Architecture

What was the main resource for buildings in the Inca society according to the text?

• Gold

• Stone and straw

• Wood

• Clay

Why did the 12 angled stone not attract much attention from the chroniclers?

• It was hidden underground

• It was considered to be of little importance

• There were many stones with different shapes and carvings

• It was made of an unknown material

What is another stone mentioned in the text that has more angles than the 12 angled stone?

• 10 angled stone

• 20 angled stone

• 32 angled stone

• 15 angled stone

Why is the 12 Angled Stone famous?

• Because it represents the Inca emperor

• Because of its carving and perfect fitting system into 12 surrounding stones

• Because it is the largest stone in the Inca palace

• Because it was used for religious ceremonies

What is the significance of the "Mother Stone" or "First Stone" according to many guides?

• It is the stone that contains the most detailed carvings

• It is the stone that was used as a ceremonial altar

• It is the stone that was placed for the construction of the Inca Palace and removing it would dismantle the palace

• It is the stone that is believed to have magical properties

What is the approximate size of the 12 angled stone?

• 2 meters high and 1 meter long

• 1 meter high and 1.20 meters long

• 1.50 meters high and 2 meters long

• 0.5 meters high and 1 meter long

What is the weight of the 12 Angled Stone and what type of stone is it?

• 5 tons, marble

• 6 tons, green diorite

• 7 tons, granite

• 4 tons, limestone

Where was the quarry located that provided the stone for the 12 Angled Stone?

• In the Cusco neighbourhood

• In the San Blas neighbourhood

• In the Toko Cachi neighbourhood

• In the Pucara neighbourhood

How was the transportation of the 12 Angled Stone accomplished?

• Using trucks and cranes

• Using ramps, ropes, wooden rollers and many people

• By floating it down a river

• Using animals such as llamas

What method was used to carve the 12 Angled Stone?

• Laser cutting

• Water jet cutting

• Sand and harder meteoric stones - abrasion

• Chiseling with iron tools