Cultural Horizons of Mesoamerica Quiz

What are the three cultural horizons used to classify pre-Hispanic Mesoamerican societies?

• Paleo, Meso, Neo

• Ancient, Medieval, Modern

• Preclassic, Classic, Postclassic

• Early, Middle, Late

Which civilization is considered the first great Mesoamerican culture?

• Maya

• Olmeca

• Mexica

• Tolteca

What significant invention is attributed to the Preclassic horizon?

• The compass

• Amate paper

• Writing system

• The wheel

Which city is NOT mentioned as a major center during the Classic horizon?

• Tikal

• Chichén Itzá

• Teotihuacán

• Cuzco

What type of government was prevalent in the Classic horizon?

• Monarchical

• Anarchic

• Democratic

• Theocratic

Which culture flourished in the Postclassic horizon?

• Zapotecs

• Maya

• Toltecs

• Olmecs

What year marks the end of the Postclassic horizon?

• 900 AD

• 1521 AD

• 200 AD

• 1325 AD

Which of the following was a major center during the Preclassic horizon?

• Tula

• San Lorenzo Tenochtitlán

• Palenque

• Monte Albán

What was a common feature of the societies during the Classic horizon?

• Absence of trade

• Lack of social organization

• Advanced agricultural techniques

• Nomadic lifestyle

Which group is known for their influence in the Valley of Mexico during the Postclassic period?

• Chichimecas

• Zapotecs

• Olmecs

• Maya