Maya Civilization Quiz

What century did the Maya civilization reach its peak?

• 10th century

• 8th century

• 7th century

• 9th century

What were the three major factors that led to the collapse of the Classic Maya civilization?

• Earthquakes, Tsunamis, and Volcanic Eruptions

• Warfare, Environmental Collapse, and Drought

• Invasion, Disease, and Famine

• Economic Collapse, Political Corruption, and Social Unrest

What was the primary reason for the Maya civilization's initial collapse?

• Economic sanctions from neighboring civilizations

• Invasion by other Mesoamerican tribes

• Spanish conquest

• Internal warfare and environmental issues

Which factor was not mentioned as a cause for the Maya collapse?

• Environmental collapse

• Economic collapse

• Drought

• Warfare

Which city became a major regional power in the northern lowlands after the collapse?

• Calakmul

• Chichen Itza

• Tikal

• Mayapan

How did the Maya adapt to the political changes after their collapse?

• By electing a single ruler

• By forming ruling councils

• By establishing a democratic system

• By dividing into smaller, independent city-states

What was a significant effect of the Spanish arrival in the Maya territories?

• Introduction of new farming techniques

• Spread of diseases like smallpox and influenza

• Improvement in the Maya's defensive structures

• Expansion of Maya trade routes

What year did the Spanish conquest of the Maya truly begin?

• 1542

• 1697

• 1528

• 1492

How did the Maya's method of warfare differ from the Aztecs, according to the Spanish?

• Use of advanced weaponry

• Night attacks and guerrilla tactics

• Large-scale battles in open fields

• Naval engagements

Which Maya city was the final holdout against the Spanish?

• Nojpetén

• Chichen Itza

• Mayapan

• Tikal