Inca, Aztec, and Mayan Civilizations

The video explores the pre-Columbian civilizations of the Incas, Mayas, and Aztecs, detailing their expansion, city-building, and social structures. It highlights the Mayan periods, the founding of Tenochtitlán by the Aztecs, and the Incan settlements across South America. The video also discusses the economic activities, social hierarchies, and the impact of European arrival. It concludes with a reflection on historical marketplaces and encourages viewer engagement.

What does 'pre-Columbian' refer to?

• During the time of Columbus

• None of the above

• After the arrival of Columbus

• Before the arrival of Columbus

In which regions did the Mayan civilization establish themselves during the Old Empire period?

• Northern Mexico and Texas

• Southern Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras

• Argentina and Chile

• Peru and Bolivia

During which centuries did the New Empire period of the Mayan civilization occur?

• 16th to 20th centuries

• 1st to 5th centuries

• 10th to 15th centuries

• 4th to 9th centuries

Which city did the Aztecs found around 1325?

• Tikal

• Machu Picchu

• Tenochtitlán

• Cuzco

In which modern-day countries did the Inca civilization establish themselves?

• Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina

• Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay

• Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras

• Colombia, Venezuela, and Panama

What was the primary economic base for both the Incas and the Aztecs?

• Trade

• Agriculture

• Mining

• Fishing

What types of structures did these civilizations build in their cities?

• Skyscrapers and malls

• Factories and warehouses

• Libraries and museums

• Temples, palaces, bridges, and canals

Who formed the highest social class in these civilizations?

• Slaves and laborers

• Governors, priests, and military chiefs

• Merchants and traders

• Farmers and artisans

What happened when the Spanish arrived in relation to the local populations?

• The local populations immediately surrendered

• The local populations defeated the Spanish

• Some of the subjected peoples collaborated with the Spanish

• The local populations were unaffected

What activities did the Incas and Aztecs engage in besides agriculture?

• Hunting and gathering

• Artistic and spiritual activities

• Industrial production

• Fishing and trading