Exploring Machu Picchu: An Incan Marvel

Exploring Machu Picchu: An Incan Marvel

4th - 7th Grade

8 Qs

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Exploring Machu Picchu: An Incan Marvel

Exploring Machu Picchu: An Incan Marvel

Assessment

Quiz

English

4th - 7th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RI.4.5, RI.4.2, RI.5.5

+7

Standards-aligned

Created by

Estela Peraza

FREE Resource

8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is Machu Picchu located?

Northwest of Cusco, Peru

Southeast of Lima, Peru

North of Santiago, Chile

South of Quito, Ecuador

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What civilization built Machu Picchu?

The Inca

The Olmec

The Maya

The Aztec

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Around what century was Machu Picchu built?

Around the mid 12th century

Around the mid 13th century

Around the mid 15th century

Around the mid 14th century

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was NOT used in the construction of Machu Picchu?

Stone

Wheels

Mortar

Iron tools

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable feature of Machu Picchu's construction that helps it withstand earthquakes?

Precisely cut stones that fit snugly together

Flexible wooden frames

Use of lightweight materials

Deep foundations

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What theories exist about the purpose of Machu Picchu?

A retreat for nobility

A military stronghold

A ceremonial site

All of the above

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who led Hiram Bingham to Machu Picchu in the early 20th century?

A British explorer

An Incan descendant

A local farmer

A Spanish conquistador

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When was Machu Picchu designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

In 1978

In 1987

In 1983

In 1992