Unit 2: Chap 3

Match Vocab Words

• machine of wheel with rope to lift/drop

• epidemic

• a type of plaster used to decorate/cover

• artistan

• craftsperson

• stucco

• wet substance that hardens to hold stone

• mortar

• sudden widespread illness

• Pulley

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

The Maya civilization was located in which region?

• Northern Europe

• South America

• Mesoamerica

• Southern Africa

What was the primary material used by the Maya to build their pyramids and structures?

• Wood

• Stone

• Metal

• Clay

Sketch a Mayan Temple/Pyramid

Symbols written or carved on stone to communicate words were called​ (a)   .

• glyphs
• letters
• numbers
• pictures

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

The Maya were known for their advancements in which field?

• Astronomy

• Medicine

• Metallurgy

• Navigation

What is an ancient book of folded bark paper called?

• codex
• scroll
• tablet
• manuscript

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CCSS.RI.5.4

The Mayans developed a number system. In what area(s) did that help them flourish?

• Architechture/Building

• Trading

• Astronomy

• Religion

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CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.W.5.2B

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the decline of the Maya civilization?

• Drought

• Overpopulation

• Invasion by Romans

• Warfare

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CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.5.8